Learn about W-8BEN, W-8BEN-E, W-8ECI, W-8EXP, and W-8IMY, which show an individual or business receiving income in the U.S. is a foreign entity.  ( 31 min )

A medical power of attorney authorizes healthcare decisions to be made for you, while a financial power of attorney allows for financial decisions.  ( 34 min )

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Tax fraud occurs when an individual or business entity willfully and intentionally falsifies information on a tax return to limit tax liability.  ( 22 min )

Frequent shoppers and avid consumers of Prime Video content are among those who may find savings by subscribing to Amazon Prime. Here are the benefits to consider.  ( 25 min )

Older Americans worry more than most about staying healthy, maintaining independence, and avoiding fraud. Here's how to tackle all three concerns.  ( 26 min )

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have attracted the interest of investors. But what can you actually buy with them today?  ( 28 min )

A key aspect of investing is measuring your results. This information in and of itself is meaningful, but it doesn’t tell the whole story.  ( 30 min )

Capital expenditures (CapEx) are funds used by a company to acquire or upgrade physical assets such as property, buildings, or equipment.  ( 28 min )

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is the U.S. agency that oversees the collection of federal taxes and the enforcement of tax laws.  ( 31 min )

Consolidated financial statements show aggregated financial results for multiple entities or subsidiaries associated with a single parent company.  ( 26 min )

Unemployment is the term for when a person who is actively seeking a job is unable to find work.  ( 28 min )

A HomeReady mortgage is an FNMA program for creditworthy low-income borrowers, with a low down payment of 3%.  ( 25 min )

Absolute advantage refers to the superior production capabilities of an entity, while comparative advantage is based on the analysis of opportunity cost.  ( 27 min )

A Social Security number (SSN) is a numerical identifier assigned to U.S. citizens and some residents to track their income and determine benefits.  ( 29 min )

Coming up this week: the Fed's decision on interest rates and earnings from Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and more.  ( 20 min )

White-collar crime is a nonviolent crime characterized by deceit to obtain or avoid losing money, or to gain a personal or business advantage.  ( 29 min )

A traditional or Roth IRA can be opened for a child of any age to help them start saving money and learning about it.  ( 31 min )

Its low tax rates and breaks for new businesses have made this city-state a magnet for international business and finance.  ( 22 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Asia-Pacific shares look to be poised for modest gains to open the week, even as traders eye the potential for crude oil to extend its climb amid violence in the Middle East.Most Read from BloombergThree US Troops Killed in Attack Tied to Iran-Backed GroupsHouthi Hit on Russian Fuel Has Oil Traders Recalculating RisksSingapore’s $200,000 Toyotas Fuel Angst Over Widening Wealth GapStock Market’s Fate Rests on $10 Trillion in Big Tech EarningsTraders Line Up for ‘Once-in-a-Generatio  ( 61 min )

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Not all stocks are expensive. These two are worth a closer look right now.  ( 61 min )

Discover three hidden dividend gems in the restless tech sector. You won't lose any sleep owning these incredible income investments.  ( 65 min )

An investment bank recently downgraded the stock, but investors should focus on the bigger picture.  ( 64 min )

Meta Platforms, Microsoft, and Nvidia show no signs of slowing down.  ( 65 min )

With stocks at record highs, a Fed meeting, big tech earnings, and a jobs report will put the soft landing euphoria to the test.  ( 65 min )

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One of Qualcomm's important customers, Samsung, is leaning into AI hype to kick off the new year.  ( 63 min )

China has announced a crackdown on short sellers as Xi Jinping scrambles to halt a stock market rout.  ( 60 min )

Tightening consumer wallets are no match for McDonald's value appeal.  ( 63 min )

AI stocks led the rebound last year, and these two tech giants have much further to run.  ( 64 min )

All three of these stocks offer attractive dividend yields, but one looks risky.  ( 64 min )

Are investors getting carried away with their expectations for AI?  ( 63 min )

Build a future of passive income by buying and holding these dividend growers for the long haul.  ( 65 min )

Wall Street isn’t wasting any time contemplating how past policies and priorities from the two leading candidates may impact market performance in the years ahead.  ( 64 min )

As far as whether or not the Fed actually pivots and begins to cut rates, that's really not the right question. The question should be, "If they don't cut, then why are they not cutting as they suggested in their dot plots?"  ( 69 min )

Volkswagen might be talking to another solid-state battery maker in France.  ( 63 min )

These companies are crushing it in AI and could boost the Nasdaq this year.  ( 64 min )

Amazon is a leading cloud enterprise with many exciting opportunities in the field of artificial intelligence (AI).  ( 64 min )

It might have some good news for investors.  ( 63 min )

I'm holding on to cash in hopes of an opportunity to buy these stocks at a lower price.  ( 63 min )

If you are looking for an energy stock, these three diversified industry giants can all be had for less than $200 a share.  ( 63 min )

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The bull market is here, and AI stocks are ready to lead it higher.  ( 64 min )

If you're looking for high yield stocks, picking the highest yielders isn't always the best option.  ( 64 min )

Palantir's software is amazing, but its stock has gotten ahead of itself.  ( 63 min )

A unique combination of AI software and consulting services is driving enterprise clients to IBM.  ( 63 min )

Heavy spending on growing the fiber network is yielding better-than-expected returns.  ( 63 min )

Kinder Morgan has an attractive 6.5% yield, but there's a history here that you need to know before buying the stock.  ( 63 min )

NextEra Energy Partners is making good on its promise to continue increasing its big-time dividend.  ( 63 min )

Its massive size may not significantly hamper the growth potential of Amazon stock.  ( 63 min )

Altria has a huge 9.6% dividend yield, but the ability of the company to support that payout looks increasingly tenuous.  ( 63 min )

A key customer says it expects to receive significantly more AI GPUs from Nvidia this year than last.  ( 63 min )

The divorce rate has doubled since 1990 for Americans over 55. And in financial terms, few 'gray divorcees' are better off.  ( 63 min )

Improving growth prospects could lift these stocks higher in the new year.  ( 64 min )

This trio of dividend stocks has paid investors well for decades, and there's no reason to think that trend is going to change.  ( 63 min )

Stock split or not, these high-quality stocks can generate robust returns for long-term investors.  ( 63 min )

Is Solana's use set to soar in the years ahead?  ( 63 min )

Realty Income is offering a generous yield and has a business that boasts numerous advantages.  ( 64 min )

These stocks have soared in the triple and double digits over the past year.  ( 63 min )

These stellar growth stocks can deliver impressive returns in 2024.  ( 64 min )

Attractive valuations plus solid underlying businesses qualify these stocks as magnificent picks right now.  ( 63 min )

Ackman's Pershing Square hedge fund has owned this great dividend stock since 2018.  ( 63 min )

Nvidia is arguably the company best positioned to benefit as artificial intelligence spending grows into a multitrillion-dollar market.  ( 64 min )

The FOMC meeting will take place on 30–31 January 2024, some of the key dates traders mark on their calendars. The market expected the Fed to keep rates at 5.25–5.50%, but the FOMC has signalled several rate cuts throughout 2024 as inflation weakens and the economy slows. Octa explains what  ( 62 min )

The energy sector is a rare pocket of value in an expensive market.  ( 65 min )

Wood added to her existing positions in these three exciting companies.  ( 64 min )

Potential trouble may be brewing for Wall Street and the U.S. economy.  ( 66 min )

Pfizer stock has dropped about 50% from its peak.  ( 63 min )

(Bloomberg) -- China will halt the lending of some shares for short selling, the country’s securities regulator announced on Sunday, in a move to support the country’s slumping stock markets. Most Read from BloombergUS Fires on Houthi Missile Hours After Trafigura Ship AttackGiuliani Lists Yankees Loot, Trump Claim as Assets in BankruptcySingapore’s $200,000 Toyotas Fuel Angst Over Widening Wealth GapMacKenzie Scott Pares Her Amazon Stake by $10 BillionGas-Addicted Europe Trades One Energy Risk  ( 60 min )

Despite voters often thinking the economy performs better under their preferred candidate—thus potentially impacting their choices—Wall Street experts outline this is likely not true.  ( 64 min )

The global leader in streaming entertainment is firing on all cylinders.  ( 63 min )

BYD has terrified carmakers with its ultra-low prices, but conquering Europe is by no means assured.  ( 64 min )

AMD and Symbotic are two of today's most exciting growth stocks, but which one of these innovative technology players is the better investment opportunity?  ( 64 min )

Major cash-flow problems remain, but management is promising results.  ( 61 min )

It's a new bull market. How long will it last?  ( 63 min )

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It has been decades since Costco last did a stock split.  ( 63 min )

Gemeenten verwachten dit jaar 13,3 miljard euro aan gemeentelijke heffingen en leges binnen te krijgen. Dat is 8,5 procent meer dan vorig jaar en betekent de grootste stijging sinds 2007.  ( 9 min )

Kennismigranten die naar Nederland komen om te werken, hebben toegevoegde waarde voor de Nederlandse economie, zegt DNB-baas Klaas Knot. Daarom moet de overheid er volgens hem voor zorgen dat het land een aantrekkelijke vestigingsplaats blijft.  ( 9 min )

De schaarse ruimte op het stroomnet in Duitsland beperkt de opwekking van windenergie in de Duitse Noordzee. Dat zegt operationeel topman Tim Meyerjürgens van netbeheerder TenneT tegen persbureau dpa.  ( 9 min )

De schaarse ruimte op het stroomnet in Duitsland beperkt de opwekking van windenergie in de Duitse Noordzee. Dat zegt operationeel topman Tim Meyerjürgens van netbeheerder TenneT tegen persbureau dpa.  ( 9 min )

De schaarse ruimte op het stroomnet in Duitsland beperkt de opwekking van windenergie in de Duitse Noordzee. Dat zegt operationeel topman Tim Meyerjürgens van netbeheerder TenneT tegen persbureau dpa.  ( 9 min )

Winkeliers hebben moeite om aan de strenge eisen voor biologische producten te voldoen, stelt een belangrijk adviescollege. Sommige regels zijn onuitvoerbaar en kunnen vooral voor kleine winkeliers in de papieren lopen. Dat leidt ertoe dat meer producten in plastic worden verpakt.  ( 11 min )

Philips komt maandagochtend met cijfers over het afgelopen kwartaal en vorig jaar. Analisten verwachten dat het bedrijf ook in 2023 verlies heeft geleden, maar wel flink minder dan in 2022.  ( 10 min )

Socialmediaplatform X wil een kantoor openen waar honderd moderators de inhoud op de website gaan controleren. De focus van dit 'kenniscentrum voor vertrouwen en veiligheid' komt te liggen op het bestrijden van seksueel misbruik van kinderen. Het is niet duidelijk wanneer het kantoor van start gaat.  ( 9 min )

Liefhebbers van winterse gerechten zoals stamppot en erwtensoep zijn dit jaar bij supermarkten vaak wat goedkoper uit dan een jaar eerder. Dat blijkt uit een prijsvergelijking van NU.nl. Alleen voor spruitjes ben je duidelijk meer kwijt.  ( 10 min )

Coming up this week: the Fed's decision on interest rates and earnings from Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and more.  ( 1 min )

Alphabet is at the top of my list of stocks to buy in 2024.  ( 61 min )

The demand for AI is accelerating, and these two companies stand at the intersection of profits.  ( 63 min )

The online bookseller-turned-everything store is on a nice rally since 2023.  ( 61 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Federal Reserve policymakers may finally be right on the verge of cutting interest rates.Most Read from BloombergGiuliani Lists Yankees Loot, Trump Claim as Assets in BankruptcyUS Fires on Houthi Missile Hours After Trafigura Ship AttackMacKenzie Scott Pares Her Amazon Stake by $10 BillionGas-Addicted Europe Trades One Energy Risk for AnotherPutin Sends US Signal on Ukraine Talks, Seeing War AdvantageGoing into this week’s two-day policy meeting, which wraps Wednesday afternoon in  ( 65 min )

Tesla is one of the most polarizing stocks in the markets today.  ( 61 min )

Palantir Technologies offers arguably best-in-class artificial intelligence solutions to enterprises and institutions.  ( 61 min )

The rising effectiveness of artificial intelligence could boost these two semiconductor stocks in 2024.  ( 61 min )

These bargain-priced passive income producers could put more money in your pocket in the coming year.  ( 63 min )

These dividend stocks can give your income a boost.  ( 64 min )

Expectations for these stocks are sky-high, but so are the risks.  ( 64 min )

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There doesn't appear to be a weak link with this great stock.  ( 63 min )

Bitcoin may have disappointed after the launch of the new Bitcoin ETFs, but the long-term investment thesis for Bitcoin remains in place.  ( 63 min )

The streaming leader is down 80% from its peak. Here's how it is turning around.  ( 63 min )

To say the stock has been on a bumpy ride over the years would be a huge understatement.  ( 63 min )

When IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel met privately with senators recently, the chairman of the Senate Finance Committee asked for his assessment of a startling report: A whistleblower estimated that 95% of claims now being made by businesses for a COVID-era tax break were fraudulent. “He looked at his shoes and he basically said, ‘Yeah,’” recalled the lawmaker who posed that question, Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore. The answer explains why Congress is racing to wind down what is known as the employee retention tax credit.  ( 63 min )

Tesla issued another disappointing earnings report.  ( 63 min )

Pensions mostly disappeared from the private sector, but worker demand is spurring new solutions.  ( 67 min )

Even though the stock market just hit new highs, I'm still buying.  ( 64 min )

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While some bears on Wall Street believe valuations for the S&P 500 are reaching stretched levels, more bullish strategist argue valuations aren't a good indicator of future returns.  ( 64 min )

Meta Platforms is going all-in on Nvidia's H100 GPUs through the end of the year.  ( 64 min )

Is its huge 12% yield a warning or an opportunity? One thing is sure: The past isn't a reliable gauge of the future anymore.  ( 64 min )

The most explosive stock in Berkshire's portfolio today might be one you've never heard of.  ( 63 min )

These companies have the qualities of long-term winners, and their stocks sell at a big discount right now.  ( 64 min )

Many investors will want to consider owning these stocks for a long time.  ( 64 min )

Investors should pay close attention to this rapidly growing e-commerce leader.  ( 64 min )

Now is the perfect time to load up on quality investments.  ( 64 min )

Should investors follow Buffett into one of the few stocks he's been buying recently?  ( 64 min )

The industrial giant offers one of the highest dividend yields in the Dow Jones.  ( 63 min )

If you are looking at Coca-Cola's 3% dividend yield and thinking you want to buy it, consider this 3.6% yielder instead.  ( 63 min )

The Biden administration is expected to award billions of dollars in subsidies to top semiconductor companies including Intel, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co in the coming weeks to help build new factories in the United States, the Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday. The forthcoming announcements are aimed at kick-starting manufacturing of advanced semiconductors that power smartphones, artificial intelligence and weapons systems, the WSJ reported, citing industry executives familiar with the negotiations. The executives expect some announcements to come before U.S. President Joe Biden's State of the Union address on March 7, the WSJ report added.  ( 61 min )

Income investors will love this stock's high yield and strong cash flow.  ( 63 min )

Nvidia doesn't make a subscription product.  ( 63 min )

These two stocks are attracting investors who like to buy low and sell high.  ( 63 min )

Reminiscent of the early days of the internet, Bitcoin might just be getting started.  ( 63 min )

The telecom giant's fourth-quarter report didn't wow investors, but it was good enough.  ( 63 min )

Is IBM an undervalued AI stock that's ready for a big breakout?  ( 64 min )

After payments resumed in October for the first time in three years, some 40% of borrowers skipped making them.  ( 67 min )

An important lending product might see strong demand.  ( 63 min )

These stocks prospered during the last bull market and could do so again.  ( 63 min )

These stocks have advanced but still have plenty of room to run.  ( 64 min )

These companies appear poised to give their investors a sizable raise this year.  ( 64 min )

With the right strategy, this investment could help you earn well over $1 million.  ( 63 min )

These stocks could be poised to rebound in a big way.  ( 63 min )

These two fintechs are succeeding where Upstart is having trouble.  ( 63 min )

A reader wants to know if when he takes his required minimum distribution changes his taxes due.  ( 63 min )

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The Nasdaq Composite still hasn't recouped all of its 2022 bear-market decline, which means bargains abound for opportunistic investors.  ( 65 min )

These stocks could deliver top returns now and well into the future.  ( 65 min )

Nvidia is often regarded as the best AI stock, but Wall Street analysts see more upside in The Trade Desk and Docebo.  ( 64 min )

Dan Ives, senior equity research analyst with Wedbush Securities, says Chinese EV makers like BYD, Nio and Xpeng are now "setting their sights on Europe".  ( 63 min )

Other tech leaders have transitioned from hardware to include software and services.  ( 63 min )

Yes, business titans like Bank of America and IBM just split their stocks -- and you probably missed it. Here's what's going on, and what investors can learn from this international crisis.  ( 63 min )

Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal has resigned from the e-commerce group's board, the two said Saturday. Sachin Bansal, the Bengaluru-headquartered startup's other co-founder, left the board in 2018 after scuffle with the investors. Binny Bansal, who reserved the rights to stay on Flipkart's board for as long as he preferred, cited conflict of interest with his new venture as the reason for the move.  ( 60 min )

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An individual tax return is a government form that reports all income for the previous year and any taxes due on it.  ( 26 min )

An overfunded pension plan is a company retirement plan that has more assets than liabilities.  ( 27 min )

Both pensions and Social Security provide an income stream to retirees, but they differ widely on how they're structured and funded. Learn the differences.  ( 28 min )

Blend your math, finance, and computer skills to command the high salary of a quantitative analyst.  ( 26 min )

An 80-10-10 mortgage “piggybacks” a 10% home equity loan on top of a conventional 80% mortgage, leaving a 10% down payment.  ( 21 min )

The key to minimizing your tax liability is to reduce your income by taking advantage of tax credits and deductions you're eligible for. But the rules are complex.  ( 26 min )

Unlike mortgages issued by some conventional lenders, FHA loans do not have prepayment penalties.  ( 23 min )

These female financial advisors lead the financial advising community with impressive wealth management skills and financial literacy contributions. Lean more about the women of the Investopedia 100, below.  ( 24 min )

After high interest rates and regulatory scrutiny kept some corporate leaders from making deals in 2023, executives and analysts are expecting a rebound in M&A activity this year.  ( 19 min )

The National Stock Exchange, India's largest financial market, ranks fourth in the world by equity trading volume. In December 2023, its market cap was $4.3 trillion.  ( 23 min )

It’s possible to buy ETFs for your Roth IRA. Choosing the right ones can be an inexpensive way to build a diversified retirement portfolio.  ( 25 min )

There are options available to those being pursued by a creditor.  ( 26 min )

Financial planning is one of the keys to a successful future. Here is how you can get your finances in order.  ( 26 min )

Teach your children how to save to meet their spending and saving goals.  ( 27 min )

Alle internationale treinen naar Duitsland gaan maandag weer rijden. Dat bevestigt de NS nu de Duitse vakbond GDL zaterdag heeft aangekondigd dat de staking van treinmachinisten eerder eindigt.  ( 8 min )

De Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens is een onderzoek gestart naar een website waarop klanten recensies plaatsen over diensten van sekswerkers. Dat bevestigt de privacywaakhond aan NU.nl na berichtgeving van de NOS. Sekswerkers trokken zelf aan de bel omdat zij zich onveilig voelen.  ( 10 min )

De zesdaagse staking van Duitse treinmachinisten eindigt in de nacht van zondag op maandag in plaats van begin maandagavond, meldt vakbond GDL. Dat zou kunnen betekenen dat ICE International-treinen naar Duitsland en de intercity naar Berlijn dan weer gaan rijden.  ( 9 min )

De groei van extreemrechts in Duitsland kan de economie schaden, waarschuwt Deutsche Bank-topman Christian Sewing.  ( 10 min )

Staalstad Port Talbot in Wales huilt. Tata Steel heeft plots besloten dit jaar nog de hoogovens in de stad te sluiten. Zo'n drieduizend banen gaan verloren. Families zijn ontredderd. 'IJmuiden wacht eenzelfde lot.'  ( 14 min )

De grote zesdaagse staking van treinmachinisten in Duitsland eindigt al in de nacht van zondag op maandag in plaats van begin maandagavond, meldt vakbond GDL. Dat betekent dat ICE International-treinen naar Duitsland en de intercity naar Berlijn weer kunnen rijden.  ( 9 min )

De ex-vrouw van Amazon-oprichter Jeff Bezos, MacKenzie Scott, heeft vorig jaar 65,3 miljoen aandelen in het concern verkocht. Die waren vrijdag omgerekend ruim 9,5 miljard euro waard op het moment dat de beurzen sloten.  ( 8 min )

De ex-vrouw van Amazon-oprichter Jeff Bezos, MacKenzie Scott, heeft vorig jaar 65,3 miljoen aandelen in het concern verkocht. Na de scheiding in 2019 ontving zij 4 procent van de aandelen in Amazon, wat haar toen een van de rijkste vrouwen van de wereld maakte. Ze beloofde om de helft van haar fortuin te doneren aan goede doelen.  ( 8 min )

De groei van extreemrechts in Duitsland kan de economie schaden, waarschuwt topman Christian Sewing van Deutsche Bank. "Haat en racisme moeten geen plek hebben in ons land. Vanuit economisch perspectief zijn er ook vele redenen om hiertegen in opstand te komen", zegt de hoogste baas van de grootste bank van Duitsland in een interview met de Duitse krant Welt am Sonntag.  ( 9 min )

Dankzij wifi in de trein kun je tijdens je reis internetten op je laptop, tablet of smartphone. De dienst was jarenlang erg populair, maar de NS ziet dat het wifigebruik in de trein de laatste jaren afneemt.  ( 3 min )

Het Duitse chemieconcern Bayer moet een Amerikaan een schadevergoeding van omgerekend zo'n 2 miljard euro betalen. De man zegt dat hij kanker heeft gekregen door blootstelling aan het onkruidbestrijdingsmiddel Roundup, dat door Bayer wordt geproduceerd.  ( 9 min )

Dankzij wifi in de trein kun je tijdens je reis internetten op je laptop, tablet of smartphone. De dienst was jarenlang erg populair, maar de NS ziet dat het wifigebruik in de trein de laatste jaren afneemt.  ( 10 min )

De beurzen staan op recordhoogte, ondanks meerdere crises in de wereld. Eind 2022 verwachtte 85 procent van de economen een recessie in 2023. Nu is die vrees weg. Is de wereldeconomie immuun voor oorlogsgeweld en politieke onrust?  ( 13 min )

Winkelketen Big Bazar heeft in België een betalingsachterstand. Een schuldeiser heeft zich bij Invorderingsbedrijf Amsterdam gemeld met een openstaande rekening van 20.000 euro. Big Bazar ging vorig jaar al failliet in Nederland.  ( 9 min )

Alaska Airlines voerde vrijdag zijn eerste vlucht met een Boeing 737 MAX 9 uit sinds een gevaarlijk incident met dit type vliegtuig. Eerder deze maand raakte een deurpaneel van dit toestel los tijdens een vlucht van de Amerikaanse luchtvaartmaatschappij.  ( 10 min )

Charles Michel, de voorzitter van de Europese Raad, meldt zich toch niet als kandidaat voor de Europese verkiezingen in juni, omdat hij is geschrokken van de reacties. Als hij verkozen zou worden zou hij eerder stoppen als voorzitter.  ( 9 min )

Doemdenken over de klimaatcrisis? Helemaal niet nodig. Want als we de schouders eronder zetten, kan de wereld écht duurzaam worden, ziet de Schotse onderzoeker Hannah Ritchie. Ze vertelt aan NU.nl over haar "realistisch optimisme".  ( 13 min )

Doemdenken over de klimaatcrisis? Helemaal niet nodig. Want als we de schouders eronder zetten, kan de wereld écht duurzaam worden, ziet de Schotse onderzoeker Hannah Ritchie. Ze vertelt aan NU.nl over haar "realistisch optimisme".  ( 12 min )

After high interest rates and regulatory scrutiny kept some corporate leaders from making deals in 2023, executives and analysts are expecting a rebound in M&A activity this year.  ( 1 min )

The Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) is a mortgage refinancing program offered to borrowers who are currently underwater on their mortgages.  ( 21 min )

Learn about the effects the federal funds rate has on the U.S. dollar. Understand what happens when the Federal Reserve increases interest rates.  ( 29 min )

Apple is expected to report its first quarterly revenue increase in a year and its best earnings per share in two years as sales of the iPhone 15 take effect.  ( 19 min )

Planning is essential for the affluent seeking tax breaks. Get to know the legal strategies for saving more.  ( 26 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.70% from NASA Federal Credit Union for 9 months and 5.65% from Hyperion Bank for 15 months—with more than 30 additional options paying 5.50% and up.  ( 20 min )

Analysts expect Microsoft to post its highest revenue in seven quarters and an uptick in EPS, while the company's AI-powered cloud services continues to soar.  ( 19 min )

The S&P 500 slipped less than 0.1% on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, ending its streak of record closes as the rally in the tech sector lost steam.  ( 17 min )

Want to learn how to build a diverse portfolio and invest wisely? Compare the best online brokers for beginners based on usability, pricing, customer service, and more.  ( 34 min )

Here’s a puzzler: unions representing autoworkers, screenwriters, and baristas scored big victories in 2023, public opinion of unions hit its highest in decades, yet the membership rate slipped to its lowest ever. How come?  ( 21 min )

CD rates are a product of their economic times, and 2022-2023 was a rosy period. But at other times in history, CD rates were near 0%—or as high as the upper teens.  ( 31 min )

The Fair Housing Act is the federal law that forbids discrimination in housing based on race, sex, religion, nationality, disability, and family status.  ( 30 min )

Research shows that Black Americans are more likely than White Americans to file for bankruptcy and to choose Chapter 13, which is more expensive and often less successful than Chapter 7.  ( 29 min )

The Community Reinvestment Act is a federal law that encourages lenders to meet the credit needs of the communities in which they are located.  ( 30 min )

A balance sheet is a financial statement that reports a company's assets, liabilities and shareholder equity at a specific point in time.  ( 33 min )

Understanding cash flow statements is important because they measure whether a company generates enough cash to meet its operating expenses.  ( 32 min )

Norfolk Southern shares declined Friday as the railway company posted results that missed estimates amid macroeconomic pressures and a slowdown in demand for freight shipments.  ( 18 min )

The internal rate of return (IRR) is a metric used in capital budgeting to estimate the return of potential investments. Here is the formula for calculating it.  ( 33 min )

An IPO is an initial public offering, in which shares of a private company are made available to the public for the first time. An IPO allows a company to raise equity capital from public investors.  ( 33 min )

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KLA Corporation warned that the current quarter will be the low point of the year, posting guidance that was below estimates.  ( 18 min )

You can become financially independent from your parents by taking several steps. These include developing a budget, keeping expenses low, and more.  ( 29 min )

Cross-border fee growth likely boosted Mastercard Inc.'s fourth-quarter profit from a year ago, but the company's revenue and earnings are seen falling from the prior quarter.  ( 18 min )

Understanding the origins of our tax withholding system is crucial to getting the most out of it.  ( 25 min )

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Traveling is the most common activity people want to pursue in retirement, but in order to do it right, you need to plan in advance and take advantage of the many cost-cutting measures available to retirees.  ( 27 min )

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Adjust your taxable income by understanding which assets the IRS taxes. Learn about legal strategies to lower tax liability and get a larger refund.  ( 22 min )

American Express Co. gave strong full-year guidance on what its CEO called "the momentum in our business," and the company's shares rose to a record.  ( 18 min )

Agricultural ETFs include agribusiness ETFs that hold stocks of farming and related companies and commodities ETFs more directly holding individual agricultural products.  ( 30 min )

T-Mobile US Inc. shares rose after the company reported a fourth-quarter boost in wireless subscribers, although profit was below analysts' estimates.  ( 18 min )

Salesforce is reportedly laying off 700 workers or around 1% of its workforce, in the latest of a series of job cuts in the tech industry.  ( 17 min )

The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act changed the rules for some tax credits to combat identity theft and fraud.  ( 29 min )

Rates on 30-year mortgages have eased lower again, extending their wavering pattern in a range slightly above 7%. Most other loan averages meanwhile showed minor gains.  ( 20 min )

U.S. equities were higher at midday Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, with the S&P 500 extending gains after closing at a record high on Thursday.  ( 17 min )

In statistics, a spurious correlation, or spuriousness, refers to a connection between two variables that appears causal but is not. Learn why it matters.  ( 25 min )

Pfizer Inc. is expected to report a quarterly loss of $1.1 billion and a 40% drop in revenue on lagging COVID-19 vaccine sales when it reports its fourth-quarter earnings next Tuesday.  ( 19 min )

Levi Strauss plans to lay off 10% to 15% of its global corporate workforce to cut costs and streamline its operations.  ( 18 min )

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U.S. consumers have been getting more buying power lately, and they're using it, as inflation pressures continue to ease. The latest data reinforce the idea that the Fed could cut interest rates soon.  ( 19 min )

Procrastination might save you some money this tax season, at least if you live in New York, California, or one of 10 other states.  ( 21 min )

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Learn how simple random sampling works and what advantages it offers over other methods when selecting a research group from a larger population.  ( 23 min )

Western Digital shares were down even as the company's latest quarterly numbers topped Wall Street's forecasts. The stock had risen sharply ahead of the earnings release. Here are key chart levels to watch.  ( 19 min )

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Intel shares are falling after a downbeat sales outlook, while the Federal Reserve’s key inflation gauge is due this morning, with investors hoping that continued cooling of price pressures could prompt the Fed to cut interest rates soon. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

Explore China's currency peg, which has helped Asia's largest economy enjoy robust growth and continued prosperity by making the nation's exports cheaper.  ( 24 min )

Intel shares fell sharply after the chipmaker issued a soft first quarter outlook. Here are important chart levels to watch.  ( 19 min )

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How sole proprietorships, partnerships, LLCs, C corps, and S corps are taxed, and which business structure is right for your business.  ( 28 min )

After Intel's first-quarter guidance drew investors' attention away from its fourth-quarter earnings beat, corporate leaders discussed the guidance, Intel's growing foundry business, remaining competitive in the artificial intelligence era, and AI personal computer potential.  ( 18 min )

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The S&P 500 slipped less than 0.1% on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, ending its streak of record closes as the rally in the tech sector lost steam.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities were higher at midday Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, with the S&P 500 extending gains after closing at a record high on Thursday.  ( 1 min )

Western Digital shares were down even as the company's latest quarterly numbers topped Wall Street's forecasts. The stock had risen sharply ahead of the earnings release. Here are key chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures fell in premarket trading on Friday ahead of the December release of the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure.  ( 1 min )

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Intel shares fell sharply after the chipmaker issued a soft first quarter outlook. Here are important chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Analysts expect Microsoft to post its highest revenue in seven quarters and an uptick in EPS, while the company's AI-powered cloud services continues to soar.  ( 1 min )

Salesforce is reportedly laying off 700 workers or around 1% of its workforce, in the latest of a series of job cuts in the tech industry.  ( 1 min )

Levi Strauss plans to lay off 10% to 15% of its global corporate workforce to cut costs and streamline its operations.  ( 1 min )

After Intel's first-quarter guidance drew investors' attention away from its fourth-quarter earnings beat, corporate leaders discussed the guidance, Intel's growing foundry business, remaining competitive in the artificial intelligence era, and AI personal computer potential.  ( 1 min )

It seems like everyone and their uncle hate Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) today. This is a sign of how fickle the market can be, but I encourage you to look at the big picture and make your own decisions. When the dust settles in a while, I expect the market to appreciate Intel again, and for the long term, I am bullish on INTC stock. Intel is a chipmaker that, unlike some of the company’s competitors, actually manufactures its own microchips. Having a foundry business is risky, no doubt, but it’s what se  ( 63 min )

PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stock has been in the doghouse for a long time, but the stock looks compelling based on its inexpensive valuation and the new strategic initiatives it unveiled at its First Look event. I’m bullish on this beaten-down fintech stock based on management’s new growth initiatives and its undemanding valuation. New Strategies Unveiled: Life in the “Fastlane” New CEO Alex Chriss, who left Intuit (NASDAQ:INTU) to take over PayPal in September, had spoken of PayPal’s plans to “shock  ( 63 min )

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The growing demand for custom AI chips could supercharge Marvell Technology's growth.  ( 64 min )

Intel stock dropped after reporting weaker guidance than expected.  ( 61 min )

DoubleLine Capital CEO Jeffrey Gundlach plans to pounce on bargain stocks once valuations drop, and warns all signs point to a recession.  ( 61 min )

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Microsoft is arguably one of the companies that has benefited the most from the rising effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI).  ( 61 min )

Plug Power secures funding that will be a lifeline for the innovative energy company.  ( 61 min )

Nio is one of the fastest-growing EV companies in the world.  ( 61 min )

The platform is rolling out a new fee in select circumstances.  ( 61 min )

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Fisker stock costs less than $0.80 per share, but could earn $0.93 per share in 2027.  ( 62 min )

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger downplays tepid first quarter earnings and says his turnaround remains on track.  ( 63 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- The world’s biggest asset manager just triggered a $5 billion reshuffle in its lineup of quant-style ETFs as the resilience of the US economy boosts the outlook for value shares.Most Read from BloombergPutin Sends US Signal on Ukraine Talks, Seeing War AdvantageTrump Ordered to Pay $83.3 Million for Defaming CarrollOne of World’s Richest Doctors Sees Fortune Surge to $12 BillionMacKenzie Scott Pares Her Amazon Stake by $10 BillionGiuliani Lists Yankees Loot, Trump Claim as Assets  ( 62 min )

Find the latest American Express Company (AXP) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Tesla Inc. investors haven’t had a stretch this bad in a long time time. Most Read from BloombergPutin Sends US Signal on Ukraine Talks, Seeing War AdvantageOne of World’s Richest Doctors Sees Fortune Surge to $12 BillionJPMorgan Shuffles Top Managers as Jamie Dimon Prepares SuccessorsUN Court Tells Israel to Protect Gazans, Avoids Cease-FireFed’s Preferred Core Price Gauge Cools Amid Robust SpendingShares of Elon Musk’s electric-vehicle giant have dropped 26% this month, wiping o  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Jim Cramer has spent about four decades on Wall Street in a career that has taken him from hedge-fund manager to host of CNBC’s Mad Money show. The ETFs he inspired have proved a lot less durable. Most Read from BloombergPutin Sends US Signal on Ukraine Talks, Seeing War AdvantageOne of World’s Richest Doctors Sees Fortune Surge to $12 BillionJPMorgan Shuffles Top Managers as Jamie Dimon Prepares SuccessorsUN Court Tells Israel to Protect Gazans, Avoids Cease-FireThe Inverse Crame  ( 61 min )

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Robert Kiyosaki, a well-known businessman and author, recently discussed his journey to owning over 12,000 properties in an interview with Vlad posted on YouTube in March 2023. Kiyosaki, recognized for his financial insights and books like “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” elaborated on his real estate ventures and unique financial strategies. During the interview, Kiyosaki revealed that he owns approximately 12,000 rental units, a significant increase from an earlier count of 6,500 properties. In the interv  ( 61 min )

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An individual can protect their assets from Medicaid, including their home, by placing them into a trust. Essentially, the assets become owned by the trust and not by the individual. This mechanism can decrease the individual’s asset count for Medicaid eligibility, presenting a way to potentially conserve wealth and secure necessary medical care. However, like all […] The post Does Putting Your Home in a Trust Protect It From Medicaid? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 63 min )

The widely followed growth investor keeps making moves.  ( 62 min )

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Use SmartAsset's RMD calculator to see what your required minimum distributions will look like now and in the future. Enter your retirement account balance at the end of the previous year, your age and the expected rate of return on the account to calculate your RMDs. Do you have retirement planning questions? Speak with a […] The post Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Calculator appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 64 min )

Intel beat sales and earnings expectations for Q4, but the company's forward guidance has investors worried.  ( 62 min )

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Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) is expected to release earnings results for its fourth quarter, before the opening bell on Jan. 30, 2024. Analysts expect the New York-based pharma giant to report quarterly earnings at 22 cents per share, versus year-ago earnings of $1.14 per share. The company is projected to report quarterly revenue of $14.25 billion, compared to $24.29 billion in the year-earlier quarter, according to data from Benzinga Pro. For FY24, Pfizer expects revenue of $58.5 billion-$61.5 bill  ( 62 min )

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Investing is linked to risk, a reality recognized by investors globally. The potential for permanent capital loss is a fundamental concern in finance, defining the essence of risk. Yet, perceptions of risk vary among investors. Warren Buffett, one of the richest people in the world, provides a unique perspective on this topic. In 1993, Buffett spoke to Columbia University’s Business School graduates. Asked about his method for evaluating risk, he said, “Risk comes from not knowing what you’re do  ( 61 min )

Artificial intelligence is only just beginning to add value to the world economy.  ( 61 min )

Intel announced numerous updates affecting its semiconductor manufacturing endeavors.  ( 61 min )

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More than a dozen tankers loaded with 10 million barrels of Russia's Sokol grade crude oil have been stranded off the coast of South Korea for weeks, so far unsold due to U.S. sanctions and payment issues, according to two traders and ship tracking data. The volumes, equating to 1.3 million metric tons, represent more than a month's production of the Sakhalin-1 project, once a flagship venture of U.S. major Exxon Mobil, which exited Russia after Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.  ( 60 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Tesla Inc.’s slowing growth and shrinking profit have made it the weakest stock on the Nasdaq 100 this year. Fund manager David Baron is betting it will be a bump in the road for Elon Musk’s company before another parabolic rally. Most Read from BloombergPutin Sends US Signal on Ukraine Talks, Seeing War AdvantageOne of World’s Richest Doctors Sees Fortune Surge to $12 BillionJPMorgan Shuffles Top Managers as Jamie Dimon Prepares SuccessorsUS Extends Lead Over China in Race for Wo  ( 63 min )

The Fed's preferred inflation measure showed further signs of slowing price pressures in December.  ( 61 min )

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The S&P 500 and Nvidia stock just reached all-time highs.  ( 63 min )

Toronto-Dominion Bank and Bank of America look attractively priced today, but you might want to stay away from Wells Fargo.  ( 63 min )

Taiwan Semi stands out as a balanced buy in a hot industry.  ( 64 min )

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Find the latest Target Corporation (TGT) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Visa Inc. (V) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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These blue chip stocks seem primed for solid gains in 2024.  ( 64 min )

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Find the latest SHF Holdings, Inc. (SHFS) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Community Trust Bancorp, Inc. (CTBI) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Carbon dioxide could become a major fuel source for Kinder Morgan's growth engine.  ( 62 min )

Semiconductor stocks performed well in 2023 fueled by demand in AI.  ( 63 min )

These are stocks you can hang on to for decades as they are leading companies within their industries and they offer fantastic payouts.  ( 63 min )

A leadership position in its niche, a top-tier margin profile, and strong free-cash-flow creation -- all available at an 80% discount.  ( 63 min )

Intel lost 11.3% in premarket trading after forecasting that its first-quarter revenue could miss estimates by over $2 billion, driving 1.2%-2.5% losses in other chip stocks including Nvidia, Advanced Micro Devices, Qualcomm and Micron Technology. This, along with Tesla's growth warning on Wednesday, likely deepened worries over rich valuations of heavily weighted megacap companies, also known as the "Magnificent Seven".  ( 61 min )

Are these stocks bargains, or just due for downgrades?  ( 63 min )

Culp tells Fortune he turned down the job twice, and explains how he unleashed a transformation that powered the stock up 96% last year, besting Apple and Google.  ( 71 min )

You won't find Buffett chasing the AI hype, but some companies in Berkshire Hathaway's portfolio are benefiting from the technology.  ( 64 min )

Intel slumped nearly 12% on Friday reeling from a bleak first-quarter revenue outlook as the chipmaker struggles to navigate uncertain demand in traditional computing markets and attempts to play catch up in the AI race. Analysts say that while plenty of businesses in the chip sector have been bullish lately, Intel becomes the exception on concerns that the company is late to the competition in data center AI. Sales have been slowing in the PC and laptop processing chip market, which is Intel's bread and butter, said Russ Mould, investment director at AJ Bell.  ( 61 min )

Trillion-dollar tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Alphabet are trading near record highs, but Tesla stock continues to slide.  ( 64 min )

This biotech's prospects go well beyond COVID-19.  ( 62 min )

The popular dividend stock appears to be on the mend.  ( 63 min )

Industrial giant 3M's stock remains in the doghouse even after a late 2023 rally. Is it worth buying?  ( 63 min )

Despite being valued like an artificial intelligence (AI) and technology company, Tesla's profitability is heavily dependent on selling vehicles, just like a traditional auto stock.  ( 65 min )

If you are looking for reliable dividend stocks, this pair of utilities are good options for dividend growth and reliability.  ( 63 min )

Nearly $302 billion of Berkshire Hathaway's $365 billion investment portfolio can be traced back to seven brand-name holdings.  ( 66 min )

These affordable growth stocks could help investors make money as the new bull market builds momentum.  ( 63 min )

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Japanese investment holding firm SoftBank Group Corp has largely cleared its ownership in e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding, concluding one of the most successful deals in China's internet industry and a holding that spanned about 23 years. SoftBank, which invested US$20 million into Alibaba when it was still a start-up in 2000, said in a corporate filing on Thursday that it was set to book a gain of 1.26 trillion yen (US$8.5 billion) - about 425 times the value of its initial outlay - for  ( 63 min )

David Dintenfass will have his hands full trying to right the ship, as Humana stares down expectations for notably slower growth in 2024 and beyond.  ( 61 min )

Meta stock surged over 190% in 2023 -- but the stock still looks dirt cheap.  ( 63 min )

Like much of the greater commercial real estate industry, SL Green (SLG)’s is showing both signs of recovery amid alarming indicators of intractable distress. New York City’s largest commercial landlord reported poor cash flow numbers during its fourth quarter of 2023 earnings call Thursday, but the firm also announced strong leasing totals and several building sales that have generated hundreds of millions of dollars in income. “Look, nothing is easy in this market for sure,” SL Green CEO Marc Holliday said on the earnings call.  ( 64 min )

"The bottom line is that the stock market has tended to rally in the year after the first cut," Ed Clissold of Ned Davis Research said.  ( 60 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- China’s authorities are stepping up efforts to stabilize the stock market after a massive selloff. The collapse in valuations since a peak in 2021 makes them the world’s “best value proposition,” according to at least one market veteran. Others remain unconvinced, saying the economy faces some tough challenges which will keep hampering stocks. So is this a golden moment or a value trap?Most Read from BloombergPutin Sends US Signal on Ukraine Talks, Sensing Advantage in WarTesla Si  ( 63 min )

T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert weighs in on the company's 2024 outlook.  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Intel Corp., the largest maker of computer processors, tumbled in late trading after giving a disappointing forecast for the current period, signaling that it continues to struggle to defend its once-dominant position in data center chips.Most Read from BloombergTesla Sinks After Warning About ‘Notably Lower’ Growth RateUS GDP Grew 3.3% Last Quarter, Capping Unexpectedly Strong YearMicrosoft Cuts 1,900 Jobs in Gaming, Including at ActivisionMost of Russia’s War Chips Are Made by U  ( 62 min )

Boeing's production difficulties will "get resolved", its 737 MAX 10 aircraft will get certified and the impact of U.S. regulators freezing a planned production ramp-up will be minimal this year, the head of major customer Avolon said. In the medium term, however, tighter regulation will cause delays and it could take until the end of the decade for the industry to make up the production shortfall experienced since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Avolon CEO Andy Cronin said in an interview. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Wednesday froze planned increases in production of the 737 MAX following the blow-out of a panel on an Alaska Airlines Boeing jet, raising concerns for airlines and suppliers worldwide.  ( 61 min )

Transavia rekent vanaf 3 april minimaal 10 euro voor kleine rolkoffers die je zelf meeneemt het vliegtuig in. Daarmee volgt de luchtvaartmaatschappij onder meer Ryanair en easyJet. Alleen een klein stuk handbagage mag nog gratis mee het vliegtuig in.  ( 9 min )

De elektrische autofabrikant Polestar neemt afscheid van 15 procent van zijn personeel. Dat betekent dat 450 werknemers moeten vertrekken. Het Zweedse bedrijf, dat onderdeel is van Volvo, legt de schuld bij uitdagende marktomstandigheden na tegenvallende verkopen vorig jaar.  ( 8 min )

Werknemers laten jaarlijks zeker 1,5 miljard aan opleidingsgeld liggen. En daarmee doen ze zichzelf en het bedrijf tekort, zeggen de werkgevers.  ( 11 min )

Privacy is een grondrecht. Techbedrijven mogen je daarom niet verplichten te betalen om niet gevolgd te worden, vindt de Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens. De privacytoezichthouder start daarom samen met Noorse en Duitse collega's een zaak om regels vast te leggen.  ( 9 min )

Schiphol moet veel minder CO2 uitstoten om de klimaatdoelen van Parijs voor 2030 te halen. Het is "essentieel" dat de vervuiler meer gaat betalen voor de reis, concludeert de luchthaven zelf.  ( 11 min )

Hondenbezitters hoeven in steeds minder gemeenten belasting te betalen. Dit jaar heffen 121 van de 342 gemeenten hondenbelasting. Afgelopen jaar waren dat er nog 136. Daar staat tegenover dat de belasting in 92 gemeenten is gestegen.  ( 9 min )

Treinreizigers moeten zich voorbereiden op (weer) een "pittig jaar" met vertragingen en verstoringen. Volgens de NS speelt een aantal problemen uit 2023 nog steeds. Zo moeten werkzaamheden vaker overdag worden uitgevoerd. "We gaan het niet mooier maken dan het is."  ( 15 min )

Medewerkers van Schiphol worden tijdens hun werk blootgesteld aan kankerverwekkende stoffen. Het gaat om personeel dat bijvoorbeeld koffers sjouwt of vliegtuigen bevoorraadt. Dat oordeelt de Nederlandse Arbeidsinspectie (NLA).  ( 9 min )

Sinds de Brexit mogen Europese bedrijven en overheden persoonlijke gegevens niet meer delen met organisaties in Groot-Brittannië. Desondanks heeft Londen honderdduizenden boetes naar Europeanen gestuurd op basis van illegaal verkregen persoonsgegevens, onthult de Britse krant The Guardian.  ( 10 min )

Bij de fabriek die ijzererts bewerkt, is een installatie gebouwd met 60 duizend meter aan stofzakken. Die moeten de rookgassen van het staalbedrijf schoner maken. De zakken kloppen zichzelf uit.  ( 11 min )

Datingfraudeurs hebben vorig jaar een recordbedrag van 7,6 miljoen euro aan schade veroorzaakt in ons land. De oplichters misbruiken het vertrouwen van mensen die op zoek zijn naar een relatie om hen geld afhandig te maken.  ( 9 min )

Datingfraudeurs hebben vorig jaar een recordbedrag van 7,6 miljoen euro aan schade veroorzaakt in ons land. De oplichters misbruiken het vertrouwen van mensen die op zoek zijn naar een relatie om hen geld afhandig te maken.  ( 9 min )

Het Nederlandse Signify gaat duizend banen schrappen. Dat heeft topman Eric Rondolat gezegd in een toelichting op de jaarcijfers die vrijdag naar buiten kwamen. Bijna de helft daarvan betreft banen in Nederland.  ( 9 min )

Pesten op de werkvloer, zoals roddelen, treiteren of ander ongewenst gedrag, komt nog steeds vaak voor. "Pesten is de afgelopen jaren niet per se toegenomen, maar via sociale media is er wel een nieuwe manier ontstaan."  ( 10 min )

PostNL bezorgde in de laatste maanden van vorig jaar minder pakketten dan verwacht. Het bedrijf meldt daarom vrijdag dat de winst lager uitkomt dan aanvankelijk verwacht.  ( 8 min )

De liefhebbers van luxemerken lieten zich afgelopen jaar niet afschrikken door de inflatie. Dat blijkt uit cijfers van het Franse luxeconcern LVMH, dat producten van onder andere Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior en Givenchy op de markt brengt.  ( 9 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.70% from NASA Federal Credit Union for 9 months and 5.65% from Hyperion Bank for 15 months—with more than 30 additional options paying 5.50% and up.  ( 20 min )

A junior mortgage is a subordinate loan to a primary mortgage that uses the same home as collateral.  ( 21 min )

Visa's Q4 earnings at $4.9 billion, or $2.39 per diluted share, beat analyst expectations. The company's shares are down 2.42% in after-hours trading.  ( 18 min )

A power of attorney (POA) is legal authorization for a designated person to make decisions about another person's property, finances, or medical care.  ( 31 min )

Apple said it will make changes to its App Store, Safari, and the iOS operating system in the European Union to comply with a new law taking effect in March.  ( 18 min )

The S&P 500 added 0.5% on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, posting its fifth straight record close after data showed the U.S. economy grew more than expected in the fourth quarter.  ( 17 min )

Intel earnings beat analysts expectations but the company's dour outlook overshadowed the report.  ( 17 min )

Compare the best robo-advisors. We evaluated portfolio management, usability, fees, and more. Expert rated picks include Wealthfront, Betterment, and M1.  ( 44 min )

The equity market sells shares of a company, while the debt market trades loans that pay interest. Their risks and rewards differ greatly.  ( 24 min )

Learn the career paths you can take as a financial analyst and the education and skills you need to launch a career in this field.  ( 31 min )

Economics is a branch of social science focused on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.  ( 28 min )

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is easily accessible to investors through ETFs. You can also buy ADRs and trade through U.S. brokers' international trading platforms.  ( 26 min )

A letter of indemnity guarantees that contractual provisions will be met or financial restitution will be made.  ( 25 min )

The fourth quarter GDP report came in far more robust than economists expected. Here's what experts said about the surprise growth.  ( 18 min )

Apple became the leading smartphone seller in China for the first time ever in 2023, according to International Data Corporation.  ( 18 min )

How long it takes to pay off student debt depends on the payment plan you choose, among other factors. Find out how long typical repayment plans last and how to get out of debt faster.  ( 26 min )

Logically, the last price traded for the day should be the same as the closing price of a stock, but that's not always the case. Here's why.  ( 25 min )

The Federal Trade Commission opened an inquiry into Microsoft, OpenAI, Alphabet, Amazon, and Anthropic's artificial intelligence partnerships on Thursday.  ( 18 min )

The free market is an economic system based on competition, with little or no government interference.  ( 26 min )

We tell you about five of the most popular stock exchanges from around the globe.  ( 24 min )

A future advance is a clause in a mortgage that provides for additional availability of funds under the loan contract without requiring another loan.  ( 24 min )

Hong Kong ETFs expose investors to Hong Kong's financial markets and can be a way to diversify portfolios geographically.  ( 24 min )

You can usually deposit cash at your bank's ATMs, and sometimes at ATMs in your bank's network. Learn more about the rules for depositing cash at ATMs.  ( 25 min )

A joint venture between General Motors Co. and Honda Motor Co. has begun producing hydrogen fuel cells at a plant in Michigan that are aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions.  ( 18 min )

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Tesla's Q4 results signal broader challenges facing the EV market, but that doesn't necessarily mean that investors should give up on the stock.  ( 61 min )

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Last quarter, the company said it would spin off its flash memory business, which has been grappling with a supply glut after talks of merging the unit with Japan's Kioxia stalled, by the second half of 2024. On an adjusted basis, the company reported a loss of 69 cents per share, missing analysts' average estimate of a loss of $1.31 per share, according to LSEG data. Western Digital expects current-quarter adjusted profit ranging from a loss of $0.10 to a profit of $0.20 per share.  ( 60 min )

The nation's largest and most profitable bank is handing new responsibilities to some of its top executives as it gets closer to a time when it is no longer led by Jamie Dimon.  ( 64 min )

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As the luxury conglomerate reports another year of record results, the tycoon is preparing his succession.  ( 75 min )

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The Walt Disney Company is surfacing on investor radars worldwide.  ( 61 min )

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Intel's fourth quarter results and first quarter outlook sent shares lower in after hours trading on Thursday.  ( 63 min )

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Wedbush's Dan Ives is worried that Tesla's near-term prospects are "shaky" as it awaits new streams of revenue from mass-market EVs, full self-driving, AI, and robotics.  ( 62 min )

Intel forecast quarterly revenue below market estimates on Thursday as it grapples with uncertain demand for its chips used in the traditional server and personal computer markets. The Santa Clara, California-based company expects adjusted first-quarter revenue in the range of $12.2 billion-$13.2 billion, compared to analysts' average estimate of $14.50 billion, according to LSEG data.  ( 59 min )

Tesla was under pressure Thursday after issuing a warning about production growth in 2024 and reporting Q4 results that fell short of expectations.  ( 63 min )

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc (NASDAQ:AMD) stock is trading higher Thursday as the artificial intelligence frenzy continues. UBS analyst Timothy Arcuri raised his estimates and price target on the stock. The tactical setup around earnings is complicated somewhat by the recent rally, the analyst writes. Nonetheless, the analyst is more confident in AMD’s data center GPU revenue opportunity and is significantly raising his calendar years 2024 and 2025 estimates and price target to $220. Recent chann  ( 61 min )

The Finnish communications infrastructure vendor is getting back on its feet after a couple of challenging years.  ( 61 min )

Tesla was under pressure Thursday after issuing a warning about production growth in 2024 and reporting Q4 results that fell short of expectations.  ( 63 min )

Find the latest Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

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Find the latest Blackstone Inc. (BX) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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Losing a job in your 50s is a devastating moment, especially if the job is connected to a long career ripe with upward mobility.  ( 62 min )

PayPal is launching new artificial intelligence-driven products as well as a one-click checkout feature, the company said on Thursday as its chief executive tries to inject new life into the payments giant. It is the first major announcement under Alex Chriss, who joined PayPal in September, and the new products are another example of how companies are trying to tap investor enthusiasm for AI, which helped drive U.S. stock markets to record highs this month. Investors hope Chriss, who was previously a senior executive at software company Intuit, will revive PayPal's stock which is down more than 22% from January last year due to margins which have underwhelmed investors.  ( 61 min )

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A big miss points to problems at a key program.  ( 62 min )

The widely followed growth stock investor is adding to some of her holdings this week.  ( 63 min )

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As Tesla stumbles, Musk warns of infiltrating shareholders in a bid for voting power.  ( 63 min )

There are short-term factors like the new U.S. ETFs and the upcoming Bitcoin halving. But the longer-term case rests on larger macro factors, says Torbjørn Bull Jenssen.  ( 65 min )

Nearly three decades after Amazon.com Inc. founder Jeff Bezos revolutionized online shopping, the tech mogul is now influencing the real estate investment landscape. Bezos’s backing of the Seattle-based startup Arrived is transforming the way individuals invest in rental properties, making it as straightforward as an Amazon purchase. In just over two years, Arrived has impressively funded close to 400 single-family homes, amassing a total value exceeding $135 million. This milestone is particula  ( 61 min )

IBM's fourth quarter earnings saw revenue rise 4% and earnings per share of $3.87, above Wall Street's expectations.  ( 61 min )

The FAA is allowing 737 MAX 9 flights to resume, but at a steep cost.  ( 62 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Analysts are throwing in the towel while some investors are positioning for stock gains in PayPal Holdings Inc. ahead of an event Thursday at which the company is expected to showcase its innovations. Most Read from BloombergTesla Slumps After Warning About ‘Notably Lower’ Growth RateUS GDP Grew 3.3% Last Quarter, Capping Unexpectedly Strong YearBoeing Blocked From Building More 737s in Hit to Growth PlanMost of Russia’s War Chips Are Made by US and European CompaniesAt least four  ( 63 min )

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AI is set to drive terrific growth for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, and the good part is that its stock is quite cheap right now.  ( 63 min )

Find the latest Marriott International (MAR) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

To determine whether Bitcoin halving will push BTC to new heights, let’s explore and analyse the dynamics together  ( 63 min )

Tesla was under pressure Thursday after issuing a warning about production growth in 2024 and reporting Q4 results that fell short of expectations.  ( 63 min )

Tesla reported Q4 earnings that missed estimates and issued a downbeat full-year production outlook.  ( 63 min )

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It's not too late to bet on this transformational tech megatrend.  ( 63 min )

Northrop Grumman on Thursday said it swung to a loss in the fourth quarter from a year-earlier profit as it took a $1.17 billion charge related to the U.S. Air Force's next-generation B-21 stealth bomber. The B-21 started flight tests during the fourth quarter, after which the U.S. Air Force awarded Northrop a low-rate initial production (LRIP) contract for the bomber on a fixed-price basis. "We believe it is probable each of the first five LRIP lots will be performed at a loss," Northrop said.  ( 61 min )

Humana surprised Wall Street again on Thursday with a lower-than-expected earnings forecast as insurers that sell Medicare Advantage plans continue to struggle with rising care costs. Shares of several health insurers plunged in early trading after Humana said a spike in care use that hit late last year likely will persist throughout 2024. Humana also debuted an earnings forecast for the new year that fell more than $13 short of average expectations.  ( 61 min )

This could be a good time to warm up to high-yielding stocks.  ( 64 min )

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Buying this fast-growing AI stock is a no-brainer right now.  ( 64 min )

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Buffett has clear favorites when it comes to the Magnificent Seven AI companies that are powering the stock market's incredible rally.  ( 64 min )

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Its acquisition spree over the last few years is finally starting to pay off.  ( 63 min )

It pays a higher yield and has a long track record of steady annual raises.  ( 62 min )

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Bank of America has joined the growing list of Wall Street banks putting its foots down and forcing workers to comply with its return-to-office mandates - or else.  ( 62 min )

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My advisor charges a 2% fee for financial advice. He does not provide tax advice. My portfolio is currently worth around $850,000. Does this fee sound appropriate? – Tim Without knowing the full scope of services delivered by the advisor, 2% may be too expensive for a portfolio of your size and for a relationship […] The post Ask an Advisor: My Advisor Charges a 2% Fee But He Doesn’t Provide Tax Advice. I Have an $850k Portfolio. Am I Paying Too Much? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 64 min )

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Find the latest Elanco Animal Health Incorporat (ELAN) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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This is an important part of the company's quest for higher profits.  ( 63 min )

If you are looking for financial stocks, consider buying Bank of Nova Scotia and Realty Income. But avoid Annaly Capital.  ( 64 min )

Find the latest authID Inc. (AUID) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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The hydrogen producer is close to securing government funding for several projects.  ( 63 min )

The advent of artificial intelligence has forced the world to rethink what's possible and how things get done.  ( 63 min )

The S&P 500 is particularly concentrated in a few big names, notably the "Magnificent Seven" tech stocks. This concentration may make some investors ill at ease. But that's no reason to be bearish.  ( 62 min )

Nokia on Thursday reported a double-digit decline in sales and a fall in profit in the last three months of 2023, with the wireless and fixed-network equipment maker saying operators are cutting back on investments into 5G and other technology because of economic uncertainty. Nokia is one of the world’s main suppliers of 5G, the latest generation of broadband technology, along with Sweden’s Ericsson, China’s Huawei and South Korea’s Samsung. Nokia's net income attributable to shareholders came in at 558 million euros in the fourth quarter, down from 931 million euros the previous year.  ( 61 min )

This REIT has had nothing but bad news for a while. But could a rebound be on the way?  ( 63 min )

The Oracle of Omaha hasn't done a great deal of buying lately, making Berkshire's recent purchases all the more noteworthy.  ( 63 min )

These top-tier income stocks, which sport an average yield of 7.51%, can fatten investors' wallets in the new year (and likely well beyond).  ( 65 min )

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Popular portfolio manager Cathie Wood is betting big on Tesla and Coinbase Global.  ( 63 min )

The boss of the nation's sixth-largest lender is making it clear that his bank needs to get even bigger in the wake of the industry's 2023 crisis.  ( 65 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Nokia Oyj said it might see a pickup in the second half of the year as its internet network infrastructure business brings in sales and cost-cutting measures pay off. Most Read from BloombergUpbeat Musk Can’t Soothe Tesla Investor Fears About GrowthRussia Says Ukraine Downed Plane Carrying Prisoners for SwapBoeing Halted From Further Max Production Increases by FAAHow Yemen’s Houthi Attacks Are Hurting the Global Supply ChainThe Finnish telecom said it expects adjusted operating p  ( 61 min )

There's plenty of upside still out there for these stocks.  ( 63 min )

Without trade barriers, Chinese companies "will pretty much demolish most other car companies in the world," Musk said.  ( 61 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- David Ellison has made a preliminary offer to buy National Amusements Inc., the holding company of the Redstone family, as a way to take control of Paramount Global, the media giant that owns MTV and Nickelodeon, according to people familiar with the matter.Most Read from BloombergRussia Says Ukraine Downed Plane Carrying Prisoners for SwapTrump Races Toward 2024 Biden Rematch After New Hampshire WinApple Dials Back Car’s Self-Driving Features and Delays Launch to 2028Billionaire  ( 62 min )

If any Wall Street-listed company represents the ups and downs of China’s economy, it would be Alibaba (NYSE:BABA). You may be ready to load up on Alibaba shares right now, especially if you’re optimistic that China will turn a corner this year. For the very long term, I am bullish on BABA stock, but today, I’m providing a cautionary note due to an imminent make-or-break event. Alibaba is basically the Chinese counterpart to America’s Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN). Like Amazon in the U.S., Alibaba is an  ( 63 min )

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The S&P 500 added 0.5% on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, posting its fifth straight record close after data showed the U.S. economy grew more than expected in the fourth quarter.  ( 1 min )

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman and his wife Neri Oxman purchased 4.9% equity stake in the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) on Wednesday. Does that make you wonder who the major stakeholders in U.S. stock exchanges are?  ( 1 min )

The S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq climbed at midday on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024 following a report the U.S. economy grew more than expected in the fourth quarter.  ( 1 min )

U.S. fourth-quarter economic growth data is due today, showing how the U.S. consumer has coped with rising interest rates. Tesla shares are plunging, Boeing is facing a new setback, and Intel is reporting results after the closing bell.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were mixed in premarket trading Thursday as Tesla stock plunged following a disappointing earnings report.  ( 1 min )

IBM's stock price jumped after delivering better-than-expected quarterly earnings and full-year sales guidance. Here are key chart levels to monitor.  ( 1 min )

Tesla shares fell sharply in pre-market trading Thursday after the maker of electric vehicles said it expects lower vehicle volume growth this year. Monitor these key chart levels.  ( 1 min )

NASA stopt na drie jaar met de missie van helikopter Ingenuity op Mars. Het toestel heeft schade opgelopen aan een of meer rotorbladen en kan niet meer vliegen.  ( 9 min )

Apple gaat binnenkort wat verder open. Bezitters van een iPhone of iPad kunnen vanaf maart niet alleen apps downloaden via de officiële App Store, maar ook bij appwinkels van andere partijen. Het bedrijf laat doorschemeren niet zo blij te zijn met deze verandering.  ( 11 min )

Microsoft gaat bijna 9 procent van de 22.000 medewerkers van zijn gamedivisie ontslaan. Dat gebeurt enkele maanden na de afronding van de overname van gamebedrijf Activision Blizzard. Daar heeft het concern 69 miljard dollar (63,7 miljard euro) voor neergeteld.  ( 9 min )

C&A stopt na ruim vijftien jaar met het verkopen van kleding via grote webwinkels. Daarmee stoppen samenwerkingen met Amazon, Wehkamp en Zalando. C&A wil zich weer richten op de groei van de eigen kanalen voor online verkopen.  ( 8 min )

De economie van de Verenigde Staten is vorig jaar ondanks vrees voor een recessie met 2,5 procent gegroeid. Doordat consumenten meer uitgaven, was vooral het laatste kwartaal sterk.  ( 8 min )

HEMA stopt met de verkoop van allerlei soorten schadeverzekeringen. De winkelketen wil zich op de ontwikkeling van eigen producten richten. Alle klanten gaan over naar verzekeraar InShared, onderdeel van Achmea.  ( 8 min )

De Europese Centrale Bank (ECB) verandert deze maand niets aan haar belangrijkste rentetarief. Hoewel de inflatie in Europa vorig jaar flink is gezakt, is het volgens de ECB nog te vroeg om al aan renteverlagingen te denken.  ( 10 min )

Rusland verwacht zijn gasexport via pijpleidingen dit jaar met bijna een vijfde te kunnen opvoeren. Extra leveringen aan China moeten het verlies van Europese klanten gedeeltelijk compenseren.  ( 9 min )

De eerste proeverijen met kweekvlees kunnen mogelijk binnenkort al worden gehouden. De eerste aanvraag hiervoor is onlangs ingediend bij een commissie die hier speciaal voor is opgericht.  ( 9 min )

De Amerikaanse Boeings die de afgelopen weken aan de grond moesten blijven vanwege een incident met een wegvliegend onderdeel, mogen na een inspectieronde weer de lucht in. Wel komt er voorlopig een streep door de productie-uitbreiding van 737 MAX-modellen.  ( 9 min )

Tata Steel ontvangt donderdag omwonenden en politici om te laten zien dat het bedrijf honderden miljoenen investeert in een poging de vervuiling te verminderen. 'Het is jammer dat we niet meer trots zijn.'  ( 13 min )

Chinese autofabrikanten zullen de komende tijd andere autobouwers kapotconcurreren als er geen handelsbelemmeringen worden ingevoerd, zei Tesla-topman Elon Musk woensdag. Zijn bedrijf is in een hevige concurrentiestrijd verwikkeld met Chinese bedrijven.  ( 9 min )

Het aantal Nederlandse woningen met zonnepanelen is vorig jaar flink gestegen: van 2 miljoen tot 2,6 miljoen. Daarmee is 32 procent van de huizen inmiddels voorzien, meldt Netbeheer Nederland.  ( 10 min )

Vrijwel alle huishoudens in Nederland gaan er dit jaar financieel op vooruit. Maar alleenstaanden met een laag inkomen zien hun koopkracht door het verdwijnen van de energietoeslag juist tussen de 65 en 75 euro per maand achteruitgaan, berekende budgetinstituut Nibud.  ( 9 min )

Het aantal Nederlandse woningen met zonnepanelen is vorig jaar flink gestegen: van 2 miljoen tot 2,6 miljoen. Daarmee is 32 procent van de huizen inmiddels voorzien, meldt Netbeheer Nederland.  ( 10 min )

A joint venture between General Motors Co. and Honda Motor Co. has begun producing hydrogen fuel cells at a plant in Michigan that are aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions.  ( 1 min )

American Airlines stock jumped after the company reported profit and sales that exceeded analysts' forecasts as it benefited from the higher demand for air travel.  ( 1 min )

Microsoft is reportedly laying off 1,900 gaming workers, or nearly 9% of its gaming division after closing its $69 billion acquisition of "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard, amid a wave of job cuts in the tech industry.  ( 1 min )

Boeing shares tumbled after the Federal Aviation Administration barred the aircraft maker from expanding production of its 737 Max jets, including the Max 9 model involved in a mid-flight failure early this month.  ( 1 min )

Tesla CEO Elon Musk discussed profitability concerns, his wish for more voting control amid the artificial intelligence era, Tesla's humanoid robot, and Cybertruck deliveries after the company's earnings fell short of analysts' estimates.  ( 1 min )

Tesla's fourth quarter contains a shocking update investors will not want to miss.  ( 60 min )

Tesla reported Q4 earnings after the bell on Wednesday, January 24.  ( 63 min )

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Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has continued to drive semiconductor stocks — like MRVL, TSM, and MU — higher lately. But as valuations swell, some of the more value-conscious investors may be wondering if 2024 will see a violent end to the AI-driven “chip rip” and if it could end in tears for investors who showed up late to the game. With Dr. Michael Burry (the genius investor behind The Big Short) betting against chip stocks, it’s become quite uneasy to bet on the broader basket of red  ( 63 min )

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Investors weren't thrilled with AT&T's Q4 earnings. Should you treat today's pullback as a buying opportunity?  ( 61 min )

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Tesla earnings missed expectations, but not because of its profit margins. Automotive gross profit margins, excluding regulatory credit sales, rose to 17.1%, up from 16.3% in the third quarter and better than the 16.7% Wall Street had been expecting. It also ended four-quarter streak of declining m  ( 15 min )

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The Magnificent Seven tech stocks, including Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL), Amazon.Com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN), Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL), Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META), Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT), Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA), and Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA), are again driving the stock market’s surge. These tech giants, known for their stellar performance last year, have returned 4.4% this month, outperforming the S&P 500. Investors are flocking to tech stocks, with approximately $4 billion  ( 61 min )

IBM's fourth quarter earnings saw revenue rise 4% and earnings per share of $3.87, above Wall Street's expectations.  ( 61 min )

The company reported a gross margin of 17.6% for the three months ended December, compared with 23.8% a year earlier, and analysts' average estimate of 18.3% according to LSEG data. In the third quarter, Tesla posted gross margin of 17.9%.  ( 60 min )

Investors could be looking at a win-win-win scenario in AI stocks.  ( 62 min )

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Charlie Munger built Daily Journal's stock portfolio from nothing to $300 million in part by leaving its holdings virtually untouched for a decade.  ( 62 min )

Intel will report its Q4 earnings after the bell on Thursday, as the AI craze rages on.  ( 62 min )

The deal will boost Tilray's roughly 40% share of the market.  ( 60 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The US 30-year yield climbed to its highest level so far this year Wednesday after poor demand for an auction of five-year notes, a week before the Treasury is expected to announce a heavier borrowing schedule for the February-to-April period.Most Read from BloombergRussia Says Ukraine Downed Plane Carrying Prisoners for SwapTrump Races Toward 2024 Biden Rematch After New Hampshire WinApple Dials Back Car’s Self-Driving Features and Delays Launch to 2028Billionaire Joe Lewis Plead  ( 60 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Just twenty-four days into 2024, and the S&P 500 has already blown past the Wall Street consensus over where the index will finish the year.Most Read from BloombergUpbeat Musk Can’t Soothe Tesla Investors’ Fears About GrowthRussia Says Ukraine Downed Plane Carrying Prisoners for SwapHow Yemen’s Houthi Attacks Are Hurting the Global Supply ChainBillionaire Joe Lewis Pleads Guilty in Insider Trading CaseHelped by advances in Nvidia Corp. and Microsoft Corp, the world’s most watched  ( 63 min )

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Find the latest Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

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The electric-vehicle space looks a lot different than it did just a few years, or even months, ago.  ( 62 min )

Find the latest J.B. Hunt Transport Services, I (JBHT) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

The migration of high-income earners in the United States has led to significant shifts in the economic landscape. In recent years, particularly during the pandemic, there has been a substantial exodus of high earners from major cities, with IRS data showing that large urban counties lost over $68 billion in taxable income from net migration between 2020 and 2021. Large coastal cities like Manhattan, New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles experienced particularly large flights of income. This t  ( 61 min )

This analyst says you should sell Fisker stock even though it's going to go up 18%. Wait, what?  ( 61 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- The division of Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. that’s under investigation for its accounting practices is responsible for just a sliver of the crop giant’s revenue. Yet it has had an outsized influence on recent executive bonuses, records show.Most Read from BloombergRussia Says Ukraine Downed Plane Carrying 65 Prisoners for SwapApple Dials Back Car’s Self-Driving Features and Delays Launch to 2028Trump Races Toward 2024 Biden Rematch After New Hampshire WinChina Boosts Stimulus by Al  ( 62 min )

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Oil futures ticked higher as crude inventories dropped more than expected and gasoline stockpiles rose again.  ( 62 min )

Retirement is a significant milestone that involves complex decision-making influenced by factors such as financial stability, health and personal aspirations. Although the decision to retire is personal, having insight into the average retirement age and evolving trends can provide valuable context. Don't Miss: How to achieve your boldest financial goals in 2024? These investors have the latest tips. Average retirement income in America has been revealed – Will you make enough each month? Avera  ( 62 min )

One of the US’s biggest banks has sent “letters of education” to its home-working staff threatening them with disciplinary action if they fail to minimum office attendance.  ( 61 min )

In 2023, Americans had an average personal savings balance of $65,100, according to Northwestern Mutual's Planning & Progress Study. While this average indicates a healthy savings culture, it's important to note that 11% of Americans had savings of $4,999 or less, showcasing the wide disparity in financial situations across the country. The study reveals interesting patterns in financial planning and savings. For instance, those who identify as disciplined financial planners tend to retire two y  ( 61 min )

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Plug Power's options for financing its business are running out.  ( 61 min )

Advanced Micro Devices MI300X are appearing online, ready to combat Nvidia's H100.  ( 61 min )

British billionaire Joe Lewis intends to plead guilty to certain U.S. criminal charges after he was charged last year with insider trading, his lawyer said on Wednesday at a hearing in Manhattan federal court. Lewis, whose family trust controls a majority of the Tottenham Hotspur soccer team, was charged in July 2023 with passing inside information on his portfolio companies to two of his private pilots as well as friends, personal assistants and romantic partners, enabling them, according to prosecutors, to reap millions of dollars of profit. The pilots, Patrick O'Connor and Bryan Waugh, were also charged.  ( 60 min )

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This once-respected electric vehicle company is now a penny stock. What could the future hold?  ( 62 min )

U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-California, has achieved significant financial gains from her recent investment in Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA), a prominent company in artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors. On Nov. 22, Pelosi acquired 50 call options for Nvidia with a strike price of $120, expiring on Dec. 20, 2024. The transaction value ranged between $1 million and $5 million​​. As of early 2024, Pelosi has reportedly made nearly $500,000 from this investment, surpassing her annual governmen  ( 62 min )

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Wall Street expects these two chip stocks to capitalize on AI adoption along with Nvidia, and they are trading at attractive levels right now.  ( 64 min )

2023 was a big year for the stock market with all the major indexes enjoying the bull market’s spoils. However, the gains were mostly driven by the tech giants and not all sectors of the market flourished. For instance, Utilities stocks had a tough year, meaningfully underperforming the broader markets. But as every savvy investor knows, opportunity often lies when sentiment is low, and looking at the segment’s prospects in 2024, Guggenheim analyst Shahriar Pourreza thinks investors should take  ( 66 min )

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In addition to cannabis, Tilray has alcohol, distribution, and wellness segments.  ( 63 min )

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon said the bank isn't cowed by DEI or ESG backlash while at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.  ( 62 min )

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These stocks are trading at significantly reduced prices compared to where they were a few years ago.  ( 63 min )

The multi-industrial chemical company expects to report a loss from continuing operations in between 220 million and $370 million, compared to a reported profit of $105 million last year. DuPont and its peers have been hit by destocking, which follows excess inventory built up during the COVID-19 pandemic and weaknesses in key markets such as China and Europe. DuPont expects destocking to continue to weigh on sales into the first quarter of 2024.  ( 60 min )

This company is gearing up to challenge Nvidia's position in AI this year.  ( 63 min )

There's every reason to believe these companies' business models will allow them to reach this lauded size within the coming decade.  ( 64 min )

Abbott Laboratories on Wednesday reported a fourth-quarter profit that met Wall Street estimates as strong demand for medical devices offset lower-than-expected sales in its pharmaceuticals unit. Excluding items, Abbott's profit was in line with the average of analysts' estimates of $1.19 per share, according to LSEG data. Abbott also forecast 2024 adjusted profit in the range of $4.50 to $4.70 per share, compared with analysts' estimate of $4.64 per share.  ( 60 min )

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Cleveland-Cliffs Inc sought to convince U.S. Steel Corp last month that its cash-and-stock acquisition offer was worth $1.4 billion more than an all-cash winning bid from Nippon Steel Corp, a regulatory filing showed on Wednesday. Nippon Steel beat Cleveland-Cliffs in a sale process for U.S. Steel with a $14.1 billion bid that was announced on Dec. 18. The deal price of $55 per share represented a whopping 142% premium to Aug. 11, the last trading day before Cleveland-Cliffs unveiled a $35-per-share bid for U.S. Steel.  ( 62 min )

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These companies depend on AI to deliver business benefits, and it's leading to strong revenue growth.  ( 63 min )

Huggies diaper maker Kimberly-Clark's fourth-quarter sales missed market expectations on Wednesday as price hikes soften amid choppy demand for its consumer goods products. Price hikes undertaken over the past year to offset a hit from supply chain disruptions and higher input costs have marred demand from inflation-weary consumers. Consumer goods companies such as Kimberly-Clark and larger rivals Procter & Gamble and Unilever have also had to contend with cheaper private label brands eating into their shelf space.  ( 61 min )

Dividend growers often deliver market-beating returns. Here are two of the best performers in this category.  ( 62 min )

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Find the latest Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

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Find the latest Invesco Ltd (IVZ) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Illumina, Inc. (ILMN) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorpor (VRTX) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

Find the latest MarketAxess Holdings, Inc. (MKTX) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Telecom operators have in recent months faced pressure from cable operators such as Charter Communications, which have chipped away at their market share with a competitive network and pricing. AT&T said it expects adjusted profit to be between $2.15 and $2.25 per share in 2024, falling short of expectations of $2.46, according to LSEG data. AT&T in December chose Ericsson to build a telecom network using ORAN that would cover 70% of its wireless traffic in the United States by late 2026.  ( 61 min )

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Artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors will likely be the dominant themes of yet another earnings season.  ( 63 min )

Fundstrat's Tom Lee has made some incredible calls over the years, and he's out with a fresh prediction for Bitcoin.  ( 62 min )

Find the latest Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest SHF Holdings, Inc. (SHFS) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

"The enemy is CO2," Akio Toyoda said, as he promoted an approach that includes both hybrids and hydrogen-powered cars.  ( 62 min )

TSMC, AMD, and Micron are still great long-term investments.  ( 63 min )

The S&P 500 is very top heavy, with Big Tech and the Magnificent Seven accounting for the vast majority of gains. But it's been that way for quite some time now as investors wait for the market to broaden.  ( 62 min )

These companies are hitting their dividend growth primes, and it's the perfect time to hop on.  ( 63 min )

The telecom giant had several silver linings in its Q4 update.  ( 62 min )

Don't write off this big pharma stock because of its current woes.  ( 64 min )

Shares of Broadcom have more than quadrupled over the last five years.  ( 64 min )

We’re living healthier, longer. If we want to keep working past 70, what’s to stop us? A lot, as it turns out.  ( 63 min )

While all eyes were on the "Magnificent Seven" stocks last year, Palantir quietly made major strides in AI.  ( 64 min )

Explore the unique investment opportunities that emerge with Shopify, Home Depot, and Carnival in the current bull market.  ( 63 min )

These powerhouse stocks still have plenty of growth catalysts to tap into over the coming years.  ( 65 min )

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Investors shouldn't assume this red-hot chipmaker is invincible.  ( 64 min )

This industry-leading company is historically cheap and expected to sustain a double-digit growth rate.  ( 64 min )

One of these companies has significantly more stock growth potential, and the other is a bargain compared to Microsoft.  ( 63 min )

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Taxpayers saw their tax refunds shrink last year due to the expiration of pandemic benefits. But some people may get a boost in 2024.  ( 61 min )

Pfizer shares have slipped in the double digits over the past year.  ( 63 min )

This growth stock has followed the Amazon blueprint to great effect, and it could be a very rewarding long-term investment.  ( 63 min )

Jack Ma and Joe Tsai, the co-founders of Alibaba Group Holding, have emerged as the two largest shareholders of the e-commerce giant they founded in 1999, by aggressively scooping up its tumbling shares in New York and Hong Kong. Ma, who retired as Alibaba's executive chairman in 2019, bought about US$50 million of stock in the fourth quarter, raising his stake beyond the 4.3 per cent reported at the end of 2021, to become the largest single shareholder, according to sources familiar with the ma  ( 62 min )

An upcoming catalyst for Bitcoin is changing the investment narrative around Bitcoin mining stocks.  ( 63 min )

(Bloomberg) -- SAP SE shares jumped the most in more than three years after the German software company said it’s planning a restructuring that will affect about 8,000 jobs and increase its focus on artificial intelligence. The company projected that operating profit would rise to roughly €10 billion ($10.9 billion) next year as result. Most Read from BloombergApple Dials Back Car’s Self-Driving Features and Delays Launch to 2028China Weighs Stock Market Rescue Package Backed by $278 BillionTurk  ( 62 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- ASML Holding NV orders more than tripled last quarter from the previous three months as demand for its most-sophisticated machines soared, in a sign that the semiconductor industry may be recovering. Most Read from BloombergApple Dials Back Car’s Self-Driving Features and Delays Launch to 2028China Weighs Stock Market Rescue Package Backed by $278 BillionTurkey Approves Sweden NATO Bid, Leaving Hungary as HoldoutAn Isolated Israel Doubles Down on War in Gaza — At All CostsChina’s  ( 62 min )

ASML Holding NV, Europe's biggest technology company by market value, on Wednesday reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter sales and net profit, helped by booming chipmaking equipment sales to China. Net profit rose 9% to 2.0 billion euros ($2.17 billion) on sales of 7.2 billion euros, beating analyst expectations of a 1.87 billion euro net profit on revenue of 6.9 billion euros, according to LSEG data. "The semiconductor industry continues to work through the bottom of the cycle," CEO Peter Wennink said in a statement.  ( 61 min )

A strong U.S. economy and pushback from central bank officials is leading some investors to rethink their bets on how quickly the Federal Reserve will cut rates this year, a shift that is rippling through Treasury and foreign exchange markets even as stocks sit near record highs. Expectations that the Fed would ease monetary policy in 2024 after its most aggressive tightening cycle in decades fueled an explosive rally in stocks and bonds in the final months of last year, boosting the S&P 500 to an annual gain of more than 24%. Investors still believe rate cuts are coming, but some have started to question when the Fed will begin lowering borrowing costs and how quickly it will move.  ( 62 min )

ISRG earnings call for the period ending December 31, 2023.  ( 91 min )

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In Q4 2023, the streaming giant added 13.1 million paid net new subscribers, sprinting by Wall Street's expectation of 8.7 million.  ( 63 min )

Tesla's earnings are hours away. The electric-vehicle company is scheduled to post its fourth-quarter and full-year 2023 financial results on Wednesday, Jan. 24, after the market close. The update will be available on Tesla's investor relations website.  ( 15 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. shares jumped after the New York Times reported that founder Jack Ma has been buying up shares in the company. Most Read from BloombergChina Weighs Stock Market Rescue Package Backed by $278 BillionApple Dials Back Car’s Self-Driving Features and Delays Launch to 2028An Isolated Israel Doubles Down on War in Gaza — At All CostsNetflix Pays $5 Billion for ‘Raw’ in Bet on Live EventsTurkey Approves Sweden NATO Bid, Leaving Hungary as HoldoutMa and Alibaba  ( 62 min )

A chosen measure for setting rates, a mortgage index can affect how lenders determine interest on adjustable-rate mortgage.  ( 20 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.70% from NASA Federal Credit Union for 9 months and 5.65% from Hyperion Bank for 15 months, with many more offers paying 5.50% or better.  ( 20 min )

The CNX Nifty is an index composed of 50 of the largest and most liquid stocks on the National Stock Exchange of India. It is commonly referred to as the Nifty 50.  ( 24 min )

Tesla Inc.'s (TSLA) fourth-quarter earnings fell short of analysts' expectations as repeated price reductions squeezed margins.  ( 18 min )

The S&P 500 climbed 0.1% on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, boosted by tech earnings and a surge in Netflix shares amid solid revenue and subscriber growth.  ( 17 min )

The stock market's strong run at the end of 2023 didn't damp investors' enthusiasm for cash accounts yielding the highest rates in more than two decades.  ( 18 min )

Knowing the difference between h-shares and A-shares of publicly listed Chinese companies and how they impact your bottom line can be confusing.  ( 26 min )

Black swans are world-changing events that are rare and difficult to predict, but they have serious implications for your investments.  ( 24 min )

B-shares are equity share investments in companies based in China. They trade in foreign currency on two different Chinese exchanges, either U.S. dollars or Hong Kong dollars.  ( 25 min )

Commercial real estate offers a unique blend of risk and reward for investors who want to invest in a less common asset.  ( 30 min )

Offered as an option to first-time borrowers, a growing-equity mortgage calls for larger and larger payments but also shortens the term of the loan.  ( 21 min )

Real estate syndication allows accredited investors to pool resources to participate in larger, more complex real property deals.  ( 32 min )

Residential properties have tenants who live there, while commercial properties have businesses for tenants.  ( 29 min )

Leveraged buyouts (LBOs) are often seen as predatory, but that's not the case for every buyout scenario.  ( 24 min )

Kin began as the official cryptocurrency for the Kik messenger service. Kik users could use earn Kin for making contributions to the broader Kik community.  ( 23 min )

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), established in 1875, is the first and largest securities market in India.  ( 22 min )

SAP jumped to a record high Wednesday after the software company said it would undertake an artificial intelligence-driven restructuring plan for 2024.  ( 18 min )

An externality is an economic term referring to a cost or benefit incurred or received by a third party who has no control over how that cost or benefit was created.  ( 28 min )

U.S. gasoline prices that declined throughout late 2023 likely pushed Marathon Petroleum Corp.'s fourth-quarter earnings down substantially.  ( 18 min )

A participation mortgage allows the lender to share in part of the income or resale proceeds of a property, becoming an equity partner in the purchase.  ( 21 min )

The recency bias, or availability bias, identified by behavioral economics, is when people overweight new information or recent events.  ( 23 min )

How blockchain ETFs work and the risks associated with such theme-based investments.  ( 25 min )

Kimberly-Clark Corp. missed profit and sales forecasts as the strong dollar hurt international revenue. But the company raised its quarterly dividend by 4 cents to $1.22 per share.  ( 18 min )

Intuitive Surgical Inc. beat profit and sales estimates for the fourth quarter as it reported procedures with its da Vinci surgical robot increased.  ( 18 min )

ETFs with international holdings allow investors to gain exposure to global assets through a single fund.  ( 26 min )

Find a list of stock market opening times for the major stock markets and learn more about trading times throughout the year.  ( 25 min )

Frictional unemployment is the result of voluntary employment transitions within an economy.  ( 27 min )

The S&P 500 reached another record high in intraday trading on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, as the Dow and Nasdaq gained as well, boosted by tech stocks.  ( 17 min )

The acid-test ratio, also known as the quick ratio, measures the liquidity of a company. Learn how to calculate acid-test ratio here.  ( 24 min )

Microsoft's shares rose during intraday trading Wednesday making the tech giant to be the second company to reach a market capitalization of over $3 trillion driven by optimism around artificial intelligence.  ( 17 min )

DuPont warned that a drop in volumes, especially in China, as well as inventory destocking, will drag down results in the fourth quarter last year and the current quarter.  ( 18 min )

H-shares belong to companies from the Chinese mainland that are listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange or other foreign exchanges.  ( 24 min )

If you receive student loan forgiveness, your credit score may be positively impacted. While your debt is not erased, your debt-to-income ratio may go up, yielding a higher score.  ( 26 min )

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is a member of the HKEX Group and the leading venue for capital raising activity for Hong Kong and Mainland Chinese issuers.  ( 25 min )

An interest shortfall is the amount of monthly interest that remains due after the borrower has made their payment, leading to negative amortization.  ( 20 min )

Shares of analog chipmaker Texas Instruments Inc. fell more than 2% Wednesday after the company reported revenue and earnings fell in the fourth quarter amid soft demand from industrial and automotive clients.  ( 18 min )

Rising transaction and payments volume likely drove broad-based growth for Visa Inc. in the company's fiscal first quarter, whose earnings will be reported Thursday.  ( 18 min )

In India, Dalal Street is the equivalent of Wall Street and the home of the Bombay Stock Exchange.  ( 22 min )

In the latest move in a campaign against what the Biden administration calls ‘junk fees,’ the CFPB proposed a rule banning banks from charging non-sufficient fund fees on transactions with debit cards peer-to-peer payments, and other transactions that are instantly processed.  ( 18 min )

Rates on 30-year mortgages jumped an eighth of a point higher, further above 7%. Almost every other loan average also climbed, though some jumbo rates were flat.  ( 20 min )

Millions of people were removed from the Medicare rolls last year after pandemic-era protections expired. That's contributed to a 16% increase in people utilizing the Affordable Care Act's marketplace.  ( 17 min )

ASML stock surged after the chipmaking equipment giant reported earnings that beat expectations with record orders for the fourth quarter.  ( 18 min )

Brazil ETFs let U.S. investors diversify with holdings of Brazilian shares.  ( 28 min )

Often used by corporations to compare capital projects, the internal rate of return (IRR) can also help individuals evaluate investments, mortgages and other aspects of their financial lives.  ( 23 min )

Learn the most commonly followed market and economic indicators used by market analysts to track the Chinese stock market and China's economy.  ( 29 min )

If you’re overwhelmed with debt, a debt management plan through a nonprofit credit counseling agency can help you pay it off. Learn how these plans work.  ( 26 min )

I bonds bought between 2021 and 2023 paid record rates. But with returns now much lower, it's smart to move your money elsewhere. But wait for Feb. 1 so you collect one more interest payment.  ( 23 min )

Copper ETFs provide investors with exposure to copper in their portfolios without having to buy and store the metal itself.  ( 29 min )

You have many options for debt relief. Learn what you need to know and how to get each one so you can get started on your debt payoff journey.  ( 30 min )

AT&T shares lost ground in early trading Wednesday after the wireless carrier reported fourth quarter earnings that missed analyst expectations, despite a revenue beat.  ( 18 min )

Transferring funds from a Roth TSP to a Roth IRA is a relatively straightforward process, yet it can prove costly if you don’t understand the rules.  ( 26 min )

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited is a publicly traded holding company created to increase China's competitiveness in the global market.  ( 23 min )

Here are six reasons why open houses, those scheduled times when potential buyers can view a home that’s for sale, may no longer be useful.  ( 25 min )

A BRIC ETF is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) invested in securities from Brazil, Russia, India, and China. Learn more about their benefits and drawbacks.  ( 28 min )

Par value is the price of a financial instrument at the time it is issued while its market value is the price it is worth to buyers and sellers at any given moment.  ( 25 min )

Mortgage excess servicing is a fee paid to the loan servicers of mortgage backed securities (MBS).  ( 21 min )

Trading a short squeeze can be risky but also very rewarding for those who master it.  ( 22 min )

Tesla is due to post results after the closing bell, Netflix's booming subscriber growth sparked a share price surge, AT&T earnings fell short of expectations, eBay plans staffing cuts and ASML's rise in orders highlights chip industry strength. What investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

eBay shares gained after the e-commerce giant unveiled plans to slash 9% of its workforce. Here are key chart levels to watch.  ( 18 min )

Netflix shares surged over 10% ahead of the Wednesday's open after the streaming giant said it added a record 13.1 million subscribers in the fourth quarter. Monitor these key levels.  ( 18 min )

If you’re looking to retire down South, learn more about why Chattanooga, TN, Huntsville, AL, and Ocean Springs, MS are great choices for your wallet and your future.  ( 24 min )

If forecasters are correct, U.S. economic growth slowed sharply in the fourth quarter as high interest rates dragged the economy down, ending a surprising burst of growth fueled by consumer spending.  ( 18 min )

The S&P 500 climbed 0.1% on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, boosted by tech earnings and a surge in Netflix shares amid solid revenue and subscriber growth.  ( 1 min )

The stock market's strong run at the end of 2023 didn't damp investors' enthusiasm for cash accounts yielding the highest rates in more than two decades.  ( 1 min )

The S&P 500 reached another record high in intraday trading on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, as the Dow and Nasdaq gained as well, boosted by tech stocks.  ( 1 min )

Tesla is due to post results after the closing bell, Netflix's booming subscriber growth sparked a share price surge, AT&T earnings fell short of expectations, eBay plans staffing cuts and ASML's rise in orders highlights chip industry strength. What investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures rose in premarket trading Wednesday as solid earnings reports from Netflix and AI chip linchpin ASML Holding brightened the mood on Wall Street.  ( 1 min )

eBay shares gained after the e-commerce giant unveiled plans to slash 9% of its workforce. Here are key chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Netflix shares surged over 10% ahead of the Wednesday's open after the streaming giant said it added a record 13.1 million subscribers in the fourth quarter. Monitor these key levels.  ( 1 min )

Tesla Inc.'s (TSLA) fourth-quarter earnings fell short of analysts' expectations as repeated price reductions squeezed margins.  ( 1 min )

Microsoft's shares rose during intraday trading Wednesday making the tech giant to be the second company to reach a market capitalization of over $3 trillion driven by optimism around artificial intelligence.  ( 1 min )

Nergens in Nederland is er in de laatste tientallen jaren zoveel werk bij gekomen als in Amsterdam. Inmiddels is een op de dertien banen te vinden in de hoofdstad.  ( 9 min )

Demissionair minister Mark Harbers (Infrastructuur) verwacht dat het "onwaarschijnlijk" is dat de voorgenomen krimp van Schiphol vanaf november ingaat. Het idee is dat het aantal vluchten dan daalt van 500.000 naar 452.500 per jaar. De krimp moet overlast voor omwonenden verminderen.  ( 10 min )

Chipmachinefabrikant ASML heeft mensen van allerlei nationaliteiten aan het werk en trekt wekelijks nieuwe expats aan. Topman Peter Wennink waarschuwt voor de politieke wind die tegen arbeidsmigratie pleit. "Wees voorzichtig met wat je wil. Wij zullen gaan waar we kunnen groeien."  ( 13 min )

De drukte op het stroomnet zorgt er niet voor dat de overheid op afstand apparaten in huizen gaat uitzetten op piekmomenten. Dat verzekerde demissionair energieminister Rob Jetten tijdens een debat in de Tweede Kamer over het propvolle stroomnet.  ( 10 min )

Handyman, een winkelketen die onderdelen van huishoudapparaten verkoopt, is deze week failliet verklaard. Hieronder vallen 38 van de 48 winkels verspreid door heel Nederland.  ( 8 min )

Personenauto's in de EU stoten veel meer CO2 uit dan fabrikanten beweren. Na dieselgate zijn de uitstoottests wel verbeterd, maar toch blijft de werkelijke uitstoot op de weg een stuk hoger. Daardoor voldoen auto's niet aan de wettelijke eisen van de EU.  ( 12 min )

Veehouders die veel stikstof uitstoten nabij kwetsbare natuur, kunnen zich nog tot eind dit jaar melden voor uitkoop. Ook wil stikstofminister Van der Wal 1,45 miljard euro extra reserveren voor die uitkoop en 1,3 miljard voor gebiedsplannen van provincies.  ( 11 min )

Het wordt weer een belangrijk jaar voor AI. In november zijn er Amerikaanse presidentsverkiezingen. Maatregelen moeten manipulatie en beïnvloeding door middel van kunstmatige intelligentie voorkomen. ChatGPT-maker OpenAI blokkeerde deze week al een chatbot die zich voordeed als presidentskandidaat.  ( 11 min )

Chipmachinefabrikant ASML heeft mensen van allerlei nationaliteiten aan het werk en trekt wekelijks nieuwe expats aan. Topman Peter Wennink waarschuwt voor de politieke wind die tegen arbeidsmigratie pleit. "Wees voorzichtig met wat je wil. Wij zullen gaan waar we kunnen groeien."  ( 13 min )

Het wordt weer een belangrijk jaar voor AI. In november zijn er Amerikaanse presidentsverkiezingen. Maatregelen moeten manipulatie en beïnvloeding door middel van kunstmatige intelligentie voorkomen. ChatGPT-maker OpenAI blokkeerde deze week al een chatbot die zich voordeed als presidentskandidaat.  ( 11 min )

Chipmachinefabrikant ASML heeft mensen van allerlei nationaliteiten aan het werk en trekt wekelijks nieuwe expats aan. Topman Peter Wennink waarschuwt voor de politieke wind die tegen arbeidsmigratie pleit. "Wees voorzichtig met wat je wil. Wij zullen gaan waar we kunnen groeien."  ( 11 min )

Consumenten pikken een graantje mee als het goed gaat op de Amsterdamse beurs. Voor mensen die maandelijks pensioenpremie betalen, betekent het namelijk dat het potje met geld voor de oude dag groter wordt.  ( 9 min )

ING stopt met het maandelijks uitkeren van spaarrente. Voortaan gebeurt dat weer één keer per jaar, zoals in het verleden gebruikelijk was. Dat beleid veranderde in 2020, toen de rente voor spaarders met meer dan 1 miljoen euro negatief werd.  ( 9 min )

De CO2-uitstoot bij de opwekking van energie zal afnemen. Dat komt doordat we daarvoor steeds meer windturbines, zonnepanelen, waterkrachtcentrales en kernreactoren gebruiken. In 2026 komt bijna de helft van de stroom uit duurzame bronnen of kernreactoren, verwacht energieagentschap IEA.  ( 9 min )

Op de Amsterdamse beurs is de AEX-index woensdag voor het eerst sinds begin 2022 even teruggekeerd boven de 800 punten. Een stevige koerswinst van chipmachinemaker ASML, die met betere resultaten kwam dan verwacht, hielp de AEX nipt boven die grens.  ( 10 min )

De gasprijs is al een tijdje stevig aan het dalen. Maar dat betekent nog steeds niet dat er een definitief einde is aan de energiecrisis.  ( 11 min )

Vanaf vandaag ontvangen meer studenten een aanvullende beurs. 128.000 studenten zien deze maand voor het eerst de aanvullende beurs op hun rekening verschijnen of krijgen een hoger bedrag dan een maand eerder.  ( 9 min )

Ruim de helft van de openstaande vacatures was afgelopen jaar moeilijk te vervullen. Vooral in de bouw hadden bedrijven te maken met wervingsproblemen. Ook bij financiële instellingen waren vacatures iets vaker moeilijk vervulbaar dan in 2022.  ( 10 min )

Van de 806 zorgmedewerkers met langdurige covid die in 2023 compensatie aanvroegen, krijgen zo'n 425 mensen daadwerkelijk eenmalig 15.000 euro. Dat schrijft demissionair minister Conny Helder (Langdurige Zorg) aan de Tweede Kamer.  ( 9 min )

Het aantal abonnees van Netflix is vorig jaar gestegen tot 260 miljoen. Veel meer mensen namen een eigen account nadat de streamingdienst het delen van een account aan banden had gelegd. Dat betekent meer winst voor Netflix.  ( 9 min )

Tijdens de stroomstoring die Amsterdam maandagochtend trof, zaten ook bezitters van zonnepanelen zonder elektriciteit. Zonnepanelen schakelen zichzelf uit bij een stroomonderbreking. Maar met een ingreep in je meterkast kun je dat voorkomen.  ( 11 min )

Chipmachinefabrikant ASML heeft zijn omzet in 2023 met 30 procent zien stijgen. De exportbeperkingen aan China hebben bij het bedrijf niet tot rode cijfers geleid.  ( 9 min )

In verschillende Nederlandse sectoren, zoals in de distributiecentra, land- en tuinbouw en vleesindustrie, zijn veel Oost-Europese werknemers actief. Het nieuwe kabinet wil daar mogelijk een rem op zetten, maar zijn we dan ook bereid meer te betalen voor onze producten?  ( 10 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.70% from NASA Federal Credit Union for 9 months and 5.65% from Hyperion Bank for 15 months, with many more offers paying 5.50% or better.  ( 20 min )

Intel will announce earnings for the fourth quarter on Thursday. Demand for artificial intelligence could lead gains for the company.  ( 19 min )

Learn about the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) formula in Excel and use it to estimate the average cost of raising funds through debt and equity.  ( 25 min )

Netflix reported better-than-expected revenue in the fourth quarter on the back of renewed subscriber growth momentum, but a one-time charge saw earnings narrowly miss estimates.  ( 17 min )

A debt relief program is a method for managing and paying off debt. It includes strategies specific to the type and amount of debt involved. Learn how it works.  ( 26 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.3% on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, as the markets digested a mixed bag of earnings reports from companies in various sectors.  ( 17 min )

Here is a step by step guide to paying taxes if you are a U.S. citizen living overseas.  ( 23 min )

When considering an index mutual fund versus the ETF variety, investors should consult an experienced professional.  ( 24 min )

Gold ETFs track the price of physical gold, while gold mining ETFs track companies in the gold mining sector.  ( 28 min )

AT&T Inc.'s fourth-quarter profit likely fell as subscriber growth slowed, producing only a marginal revenue gain that was more than offset by rising sales and service costs.  ( 18 min )

The U.S. and China are home to the biggest stock markets in the world but they are very different in a number of important ways.  ( 26 min )

Discover the advantages of bond ETFs, a security that tracks bond index funds but trades like a stock.  ( 23 min )

A release clause is a provision in a mortgage contract that frees parties borrowers from creditors once certain conditions have been met.  ( 21 min )

A retracement is a technical term used to identify a minor pullback or a temporary change in the direction of a financial instrument.  ( 21 min )

Both debt relief and bankruptcy can provide remedies for resolving debt. However, they each have benefits and drawbacks to consider.  ( 26 min )

Fracking is a slang term for hydraulic fracturing. Fracturing shallow, hard rock wells to extract oil dates back to the 1860s.  ( 27 min )

The long straddle is an options strategy that includes the purchase of a call and put with the same expiration date and a nearby strike price. Learn how it works.  ( 24 min )

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) were created to combine the best characteristics of stocks and mutual funds into a combined investment vehicle but they have some downsides.  ( 26 min )

A general overview of artificial intelligence stocks and the key items for investors  ( 33 min )

A commodity is a basic good used in commerce that is interchangeable with other goods of the same type.  ( 28 min )

Learn the differences between negotiating a debt settlement with your existing creditors and applying for a new consolidation loan to replace them.  ( 27 min )

3M shares slumped as the conglomerate warned about full-year profit, saying it faces a muted macroeconomic environment.  ( 18 min )

Understand how platinum ETFs work, as well as their benefits and risks. A guide for novice and seasoned investors seeking portfolio diversification.  ( 25 min )

Netflix is doubling down on live sports content with a new agreement set to bring WWE's flagship weekly program to the streamer early next year.  ( 18 min )

A travel rewards credit card may be worth its annual fee if you travel frequently and use it often enough to qualify for rewards and frequent flyer program elite status.  ( 27 min )

Electronic benefits transfer is a system similar to a debit card that allows recipients of government assistance to pay directly for purchases.  ( 24 min )

The debt ceiling is a limit that Congress imposes on the amount that the federal government can owe. Discover the current debt ceiling and its economic impact.  ( 31 min )

Homebuilder stocks lost ground after D.R. Horton Inc. missed profit estimates, citing incentives and lower prices it offered to draw in buyers.  ( 18 min )

Egalitarianism is a philosophical perspective that emphasizes equality across gender, religion, economic status, and political beliefs.  ( 24 min )

Whitewash resolutions must be passed before a target company in a buyout situation can give financial assistance to the buyer.  ( 23 min )

U.S. equities were lower at midday Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, after the Dow and S&P 500 reached record highs Monday.  ( 17 min )

RTX shares surged after the aerospace and defense contractor posted better-than-expected results, helped by a boost in air travel and military spending.  ( 19 min )

Gross income represents the total income from all sources, including returns, discounts, and allowances, before deducting any expenses or taxes.  ( 29 min )

Debt relief involves the reorganization of a borrower's debts to make them easier to repay. It can also give creditors a chance to recoup at least a portion of what they are owed.  ( 26 min )

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against disabled people with respect to employment, transportation, and other services.  ( 25 min )

Real estate banking finances and helps manage large-scale property deals and development projects, including real estate investment trusts.  ( 26 min )

Delta neutral is a portfolio strategy consisting of positions with offsetting positive and negative deltas so that the overall position of delta is zero.  ( 24 min )

Rates on 30-year mortgages have moved notably downward, dipping close to the 7% threshold. Almost every other loan average also declined, though some jumbo rates were flat.  ( 20 min )

TIPS ETFs invest in a diversified portfolio of TIPS, which can help investors hedge against inflation.  ( 28 min )

Procter & Gamble's sales rose, driven by higher prices, but a $1.3 billion impairment charge due to Gillette trimmed earnings for the three months ending December.  ( 18 min )

Shares of General Electric Co. (GE) fell during pre-market trading and Tuesday morning as 2024 guidance fell short of investor expectations, even as fourth-quarter earnings beat estimates.  ( 18 min )

A collar, commonly known as a hedge wrapper, is an options strategy implemented to protect against large losses, but it also limits large gains.  ( 27 min )

Sanofi is buying Inhibrx in a $1.7 billion deal as the French pharmaceutical giant expands its pipeline of drugs that can treat rare diseases.  ( 17 min )

GAAP is a set of generally accepted accounting principles widely used in the U.S. for financial reporting by corporations and government entities.  ( 30 min )

Want to know where to live, work, or play? If so, then take a look at this list of the most populated cities in the U.S., and find out why people are so drawn to them.  ( 25 min )

Passive real estate investing involves owning real estate properties without having to manage them.  ( 29 min )

The Lock-in Effect and the part it plays in homeowners' reluctance to sell, reducing housing inventory, and keeping house prices persistently high.  ( 29 min )

A simple agreement for future equity (SAFE) is a relatively new but increasingly popular seed-funding instrument that issues equity rights to be converted at a later date if triggered.  ( 27 min )

A horizontal acquisition occurs when one company acquires another company in the same industry or production stage.  ( 25 min )

Verizon's fourth quarter earnings were dragged into the red due to a $7.8 billion loss on special items despite posting better-than-expected revenue.  ( 17 min )

Millions of children could benefit from a bipartisan compromise bill on the child tax credit proposed last week, but it would fall far short of the pandemic-era expansion of the popular tax benefit.  ( 19 min )

United Airlines stock was up nearly 7% ahead of Tuesday's opening bell. Keep an eye on these key chart levels.  ( 20 min )

An ether futures ETF tracks the price of ether using derivatives contracts.  ( 32 min )

All the details that make Investopedia your go-to resource to help you manage your financial life.  ( 26 min )

Investors are focusing on the HACK Cybersecurity ETF as demand rises for cybersecurity solutions, and the market size is forecast to explode.  ( 23 min )

Income tax is a tax that governments impose on income generated by businesses and individuals within their jurisdiction.  ( 27 min )

Major U.S. stock indexes were mixed in pre-market trading, as earnings season kicks in to high gear today.  ( 19 min )

Vroom traded sharply lower after the used car platform said it plans to discontinue its e-commerce business and wind down its used vehicle dealership. Here are key technical levels to watch.  ( 18 min )

A corporate tax is tax on the profits of a corporation that generate revenue for a government.  ( 24 min )

BlackBerry Ltd (NYSE:BB) shares are falling in Tuesday’s after-hours session after the company announced a proposed private offering. What Happened: After the market close on Tuesday, BlackBerry said it intends to offer $160 million worth of Convertible Senior Notes due 2029 in a private offering. The notes will be offered only to qualified institutional investors. BlackBerry expects to grant the initial purchases the option to purchase up to an additional $25 million of the notes over a 13-day  ( 61 min )

An annuity is a financial contract typically made with an insurance company. It involves a promise to make a single lump-sum payment or a series of payments over time. In return, the insurance company agrees to make fixed payments to the annuitant at a future date. Annuities, often used for retirement savings, offer a blend of investment and contract elements, providing retirees with a steady income stream. Don't Miss: Average retirement income in America has been revealed – Will you make enough  ( 61 min )

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Cyber threats continue to evolve over time, with state-backed groups and other entities that could embrace the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to bypass even the most secure systems. Indeed, the stakes of having top-of-the-line cybersecurity defenses have never been higher, and they could get even higher from here as the technology landscape changes while what’s at stake (more than just customer data) increases. While generative AI, blockchain, and the Metaverse may be the buzzier themes t  ( 63 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Donald Trump’s charge toward the Republican presidential nomination is fueling a speculative frenzy in a corner of the US equity market, setting off rallies in obscure stocks seen as tied to his candidacy.Most Read from BloombergChina Weighs Stock Market Rescue Package Backed by $278 BillionApple Dials Back Car’s Self-Driving Features and Delays Launch to 2028An Isolated Israel Doubles Down on War in Gaza — At All CostsNetflix Pays $5 Billion for ‘Raw’ in Bet on Live EventsTurkey  ( 63 min )

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Netflix reported fourth quarter earnings after the bell on Tuesday. Here's what to expect.  ( 62 min )

Deciding to retire at age 55 with $800,000 in savings is a significant choice that requires careful financial planning. The traditional advice for retirement savings is to have seven times your annual salary by age 55, which is geared toward retiring at 67. For instance, if you earn $70,000 annually, you should aim for at least $490,000 saved by age 55 to be on track for retirement at 67. Retiring 12 years earlier at 55 requires a reevaluation of these figures. Don't Miss: Average retirement inc  ( 62 min )

3M's management expects 2024 to be a successful year.  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Plug Power Inc. surged the most in three years after the hydrogen company said it’s getting close to finalizing a $1.6 billion loan from the US Energy Department, and it’s cutting spending to shore up the balance sheet. Most Read from BloombergChina Weighs Stock Market Rescue Package Backed by $278 BillionApple Dials Back Car’s Self-Driving Features and Delays Launch to 2028An Isolated Israel Doubles Down on War in Gaza — At All CostsTurkey Approves Sweden NATO Bid, Leaving Hungar  ( 62 min )

AT&T stock is getting a boost from a source you might not expect, and conditions could be aligning to send its share price even higher.  ( 62 min )

A higher dividend yield isn't the only deciding factor.  ( 61 min )

Renowned investor Warren Buffett has a lesser-known side that was revealed in his 2017 HBO documentary "Becoming Warren Buffett." At age 93, Buffett is often seen as a wise figure dispensing life and investment advice. But the documentary sheds light on his youthful indiscretions, including an instance of shoplifting from Sears with friends. He also challenged his teachers by betting against their retirement stock. But this act wasn’t just teenage rebellion. It was an early hint of his genius in  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- United Airlines Holdings Inc. Chief Executive Officer Scott Kirby criticized Boeing Co.’s handling of manufacturing miscues and said the carrier is reconsidering its order for the largest 737 Max model, which is already years behind schedule.Most Read from BloombergChina Weighs Stock Market Rescue Package Backed by $278 BillionIndia Tops Hong Kong as World’s Fourth-Largest Stock MarketAn Isolated Israel Doubles Down on War in Gaza — At All CostsNetflix Pays $5 Billion for ‘Raw’ in  ( 62 min )

Plug Power may have averted a disaster for now by finalizing a loan from the Department of Energy.  ( 62 min )

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This dividend stock is focusing its expansion on international markets.  ( 61 min )

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The Chinese government is considering moves to buoy its stock market.  ( 63 min )

U.S. equities are off to a shaky start in 2024, as concerns regarding delayed rate cuts and a global economic slowdown have been weighing on investors. With stronger-than-expected retail sales reported in December, traders give the chances that the Federal Reserve will reduce interest rates by March a 47% chance. Nonetheless, billionaires have been piling onto dividend-paying stocks to boost their total portfolio income. Investing in stable, high-yield dividend stocks can allow investors to gene  ( 62 min )

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Nvidia is a fast grower, but there's a different "Magnificent Seven" stock that offers big return potential with less risk.  ( 63 min )

After Donald Trump's decisive win in the Iowa caucus and two opponents dropping out and endorsing him – Vivek Ramaswamy and Ron Desantis – it’s becoming clear who the Republican nominee will be. All the while, two stocks have seen strong rallies on Trump’s chances to make his return to the White House, and they could continue higher following the New Hampshire primary, where Trump is the hands-down favorite. Let’s take a look at each. Digital World Acquisition Corp. Digital World Acquisition Cor  ( 60 min )

The hydrogen fuel cell company just delivered some exciting production news.  ( 61 min )

RTX is back, but this defense stock still costs too much.  ( 62 min )

Looking to supplement your income with The Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) dividends? Aiming for $500 monthly? Here’s how much you need to invest. Pfizer's Financial Snapshot As of Jan 22, Pfizer's shares were trading at $28.31. The company, with a market cap of $160 billion experienced a 52-week range between $45.11 and $25.76. Analyzing Pfizer's Dividend Payouts During the third quarter of 2023, Pfizer announced a dividend of $0.41 per share, a slight increase from $0.40 in the same period of 2022. The tota  ( 61 min )

Martin Shkreli, known for once hiking the price of a life-saving drug more than 4,000%, cannot return to the pharmaceutical industry after a federal appeals court on Tuesday upheld his lifetime ban. A three-judge panel of the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan said a lower court judge acted properly in imposing the ban because of Shkreli's antitrust violations. The case had been brought by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), joined by New York, California, Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Virginia.  ( 60 min )

The manufacturing conglomerate beat earnings expectations, but management's guidance left investors worried.  ( 62 min )

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Ma bought $50 million worth of Hong Kong-traded stock, the report said, citing a person with knowledge of the matter. It added Tsai purchased about $151 million worth of Alibaba's U.S.-traded shares in the quarter through his Blue Pool Management family investment. The Jack Ma Foundation, which handles media queries for the Chinese billionaire, did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.  ( 61 min )

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As the world becomes more digital, the need for chips becomes bigger. Here are three semiconductor stocks to buy in 2024.  ( 61 min )

Rivian has a head start in a market that is set to explode.  ( 63 min )

NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA) shares closed slightly higher during Monday’s session. The company is expected to release earnings results for the recent quarter next month, with analysts anticipating quarterly earnings at $4.50 per share on revenue of $20.18 billion. Nvidia, meanwhile, is looking to boost its AI chip sales in India significantly through a deal with Yotta, an Indian data center operator. The $500 million deal brings Nvidia's total orders from Yotta to $1 billion, marking a sub  ( 61 min )

Is the stock ready for a rebound, or is this falling knife just waiting to cut eager investors?  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. shares jumped after the New York Times reported that founder Jack Ma has been buying up shares in the company. Most Read from BloombergChina Weighs Stock Market Rescue Package Backed by $278 BillionIndia Tops Hong Kong as World’s Fourth-Largest Stock MarketNetflix Pays $5 Billion for ‘Raw’ in Bet on Live EventsHong Kong Stocks at 36% Discount Show True Depth of China GloomFlorida Governor DeSantis Drops Out of 2024 Race, Endorses TrumpMa and Alibaba Chai  ( 61 min )

Electric cars will never account for more than a third of the market and consumers should not be forced to buy them, the boss of Toyota has said.  ( 62 min )

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Novavax faces a couple of key issues that could be crucial for the stock price.  ( 63 min )

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The demand for AI hardware will continue to surpass supply in 2024.  ( 61 min )

Social Security can generate real income. The more you earned during your working life, up to each year's income caps, the more you receive in benefits during your retirement. In 2024, someone with maximum credits who waits until age 70 will receive almost $60,000 per year in benefits. But, as always, more money means more […] The post I'm Receiving $3,500 Per Month From Social Security. How Can I Reduce My Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 62 min )

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The path to building wealth is straightforward. You just need to follow it.  ( 63 min )

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Investors should know these high-powered companies, but they may not all be good buys.  ( 65 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- General Electric Co. predicts profit this quarter will fall short of Wall Street’s expectations as the manufacturer continues to see a disparity between its growing aerospace operations and a recovering energy business.Most Read from BloombergChina Weighs Stock Market Rescue Package Backed by $278 BillionIndia Tops Hong Kong as World’s Fourth-Largest Stock MarketHong Kong Stocks at 36% Discount Show True Depth of China GloomFlorida Governor DeSantis Drops Out of 2024 Race, Endorse  ( 61 min )

These stocks could double by 2030 using Wall Street's consensus earnings estimates.  ( 63 min )

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Tesla's margins are falling and shares are incredibly expensive, but there's one auto company that's making billions and giving it back to shareholders at a rapid clip.  ( 61 min )

These dividend growers ought to shine in 2024 and beyond.  ( 63 min )

Hundreds of businesses went public through blank-check companies from 2020 to 2022, but only a few are still worth investing in.  ( 63 min )

More than 100 dealers in the United States, Canada, and Europe have expressed interest in becoming a Fisker dealer, the electric vehicle (EV) company said. While the EV startup made more than 10,000 vehicles in 2023, it delivered only about 4,700 units of Ocean sport utility vehicles due to logistics constraints. The sale of vehicles manufactured last year is expected to generate significant cash in the first quarter of the year, unlocking more cash for working capital, Fisker said.  ( 61 min )

U.S. industrial conglomerate 3M Co posted a rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday, benefiting from price hikes and cost cut measures. The St. Paul, Minnesota-based company reported an adjusted profit of $2.42 per share for the fourth quarter, compared to $2.18 per share a year earlier.  ( 60 min )

The Chinese EV underdog faces an uphill battle over the next few decades.  ( 63 min )

It expects higher revenue from its multiple myeloma drug Darzalex and newer oncology drugs such as Carvykti and Tecvayli to help it meet its 2025 pharmaceutical sales target of $57 billion. The company is expected to face fresh competition that year from the first biosimilar versions of its blockbuster psoriasis treatment Stelara. Anti-inflammatory drug Stelara brought in sales of $2.75 billion for the quarter compared with analysts' average estimate of $2.63 billion, according to LSEG data.  ( 61 min )

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Are you living in one of them? If so, here's what you can do about it.  ( 63 min )

"Should I leave the money as is or roll it into a Roth?"  ( 62 min )

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The well-known growth fund trounced the S&P 500 last year. Can it do it again?  ( 63 min )

These hypergrowth stocks are expected to deliver sales growth of up to 1,106% in the new year.  ( 65 min )

These supercharged income stocks have an average yield of 10.55%!  ( 65 min )

These companies could split their stocks in 2024, but the stocks are worth buying whether that happens or not.  ( 63 min )

These growth stocks could help investors turn a profit as artificial intelligence weaves its way into more consumer products and business systems.  ( 63 min )

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Netflix is set to report fourth quarter earnings after the bell on Tuesday. Here's what to expect.  ( 62 min )

The manufacturer of pre-built AI servers still has plenty of room to grow.  ( 63 min )

These companies are on track to take advantage of two lucrative areas within the AI niche.  ( 64 min )